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US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island amid diplomatic talks

The United States conducted covert strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. US officials stated these actions were defensive, intended to deter Iran's attacks on commercial shipping. The strikes occurred as President Donald Trump indicated potential progress in talks with Tehran. AI

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US strikes Iran's Qeshm Island amid diplomatic talks

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Fan Chen ·

    US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island ahead of midterms as Trump says deal ‘could happen’

    The United States has attacked an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz, the latest in a series of covert, limited strikes ahead of the US midterm elections, as President Donald Trump signalled progress in talks with Tehran. Iran’s Qeshm Island was struck on Monday, The Wall Str…