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Iran Hits US Bases After American Strikes on Military Sites

Iran says it has launched attacks on American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation for US strikes on dozens of Iranian military targets.

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The announcement came after the United States said it had carried out large-scale attacks on Iranian positions late on Tuesday.

US strikes dozens of targets

The US Central Command said its forces struck more than 80 targets across Iran, including more than 60 small boats belonging to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

According to Iranian state media, areas including Bandar Abbas and Sirik were hit during the operation. Some people were reported to have been injured by shrapnel.

Escalating regional tensions

The latest exchange follows attacks earlier this week on three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has not directly claimed responsibility for those incidents.

The retaliation marks a further escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington, raising concerns about the potential for a wider regional conflict.

Dispute over ceasefire

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said the US military action was "absolutely necessary", accusing Iran of "basically violating the ceasefire".

Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, rejected that claim, saying it was the United States that had breached the truce.

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Trump Says Iran Ceasefire 'Is Over' After New US Strikes

US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was "over" after the United States carried out overnight strikes on Iranian targets in response to attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.


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Speaking at the NATO summit in Ankara on Wednesday, Trump dismissed the prospect of further talks with Tehran.

"As far as I am concerned, it's over," he said when asked whether the truce remained in effect.

Trump also criticised Iran's leadership, accusing it of repeatedly violating the ceasefire agreement reached on June 17 and misrepresenting its commitments on nuclear weapons.

He said he planned to speak with special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, who have been involved in contacts with Iran, but insisted it was up to Tehran to return to negotiations.

US Launches Strikes on Iranian Targets

The latest escalation followed US strikes on more than 80 Iranian targets, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM).

The military said the operation targeted air defence systems, command and control networks, coastal radar sites, anti-ship missile capabilities and more than 60 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps small boats operating in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

CENTCOM said the strikes were launched in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial ships in the strategic waterway, describing the operation as necessary to impose "heavy costs" for attacks on civilian shipping.

It added that US forces remain prepared to respond if Iran fails to comply with the ceasefire agreement, while stating that the latest round of strikes had concluded.

NATO Backs US Response

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the US action was justified, arguing that Washington had responded after Iran violated the ceasefire through attacks on commercial vessels.

Iran condemned the strikes, accusing the United States of repeatedly breaching the memorandum of understanding between the two countries and warning it would take whatever measures it considered necessary.

Iranian state media reported explosions in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm and Sirik, while the country's central military command said it would respond decisively to what it described as US aggression.

The command also declared that Iran would not allow outside interference in the Strait of Hormuz or permit others to control the vital shipping route.

Gulf States on Alert

Following the US strikes, Bahrain activated missile warning sirens. Kuwait's military said its air defence systems intercepted hostile missiles and drones, although it did not identify their origin.

The latest exchange follows a similar escalation last month involving Iranian attacks on shipping and US retaliatory strikes, which also prompted attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait.

The United States also revoked a licence allowing the sale of Iranian oil under the interim agreement following the latest shipping attacks.

According to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations centre, one tanker caught fire after being struck off the coast of Oman, while two other vessels suffered minor damage in the Strait of Hormuz. No injuries were reported, and the damaged ships were able to continue their voyages.

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J Branche Gold Member

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After some research.

Iran maintains that the strait is governed by Innocent Passage.

The Strait of Hormuz is within the 12 nautical miles which is considered Territorial Waters. Also for Oman.

Quote Gemini AI

"Under innocent passage, a coastal state has much broader authority to regulate shipping for national security, suspend transit if it is deemed prejudicial to peace, and require prior authorization for foreign warships."

Iran passed its own domestic legislation in 1993 enforcing these restrictions.

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"1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), international straits used for international navigation are governed by the Right of Transit Passage"

Iran signed UNCLOS in 1982 but never ratified it. Oman signed and ratified UNCLOS.

Under UNCLOS the No Hinderance, Free Passage to Navigation.

No tolls or fees charged for transit are followed.

ronnie50 Platinum Member

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17 hours ago, Eric Loh said:

Mark Rutte was at his best to bend the knee to Trump and I am positively sure he is not speaking for Nato. Expect some blowback by Nato leaders.

Did Rutte call Trump "daddy" again?

ronnie50 Platinum Member

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9 minutes ago, phetphet said:

Still. Market Manipulation Friday is almost here.

Exactly. Will the Trump Club short or buy - Oil? Airlines? Weapons makers? In any case they'll cash in on it before the bell on Monday.

Eric Loh Star Member

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1 hour ago, ronnie50 said:

Did Rutte call Trump "daddy" again?

Well he was beaming like a kid when Trump praised him and told him “ I like you”. Meanwhile he was lambasted by European allies and journalists for not defending Europe interests.

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6 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Well he was beaming like a kid when Trump praised him and told him “ I like you”. Meanwhile he was lambasted by European allies and journalists for not defending Europe interests.

This guy is to NATO what Infantino is to FIFA. Next suck-hole to come along with Trump will be the head of the IOC prior to the LA Olympics.

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Wingate Gold Member

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7 hours ago, Yagoda said:

i love watching you losers screech.

If following your obvious obsession with the musings of Trump critics saves even one poor rural Cambodian teenager from having to service for pay the body you admit is revolting, then all of us have done a valuable public service.

In fact, we're likely ahead of Trump in consideration for the next Nobel Peace Prize.

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boloaf Senior Member

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3 hours ago, Thingamabob said:

The regime in Iran is despicable, and is behind unrest in the Middle East and elsewhere, but it will never be removed by bombing. I fear it will be around for a long time.

That's alright, just keep bombing the beggars, only step it up. Take out the bridges etc.

J Branche Gold Member

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2 hours ago, Front Row said:

So much winning. I am indeed tired of all this "winning".

And yesterday at one point he said "the Islamic Republic of Japan". He didn't catch his slip up and nobody corrected him, as far as I can tell. The man is not capable or competent.

2 hours ago, Front Row said:

So much winning. I am indeed tired of all this "winning".

He didn't catch his slip up and nobody corrected him, as far as I can tell. The man is not capable or competent.

You are uninformed.

Iran war is about Strait of Hormuz now.

Strait is with 12 nautical miles of Iran and Oman considered territorial waters.

25% of all LNG Gas, Oil, etc travels through this Strait.

Unlike others Iran views the Strait under "Innocent Passage". This means controlling passage to only countries who are friendly or have good relationship with Iran.

Additionally with this view Tolls, fees can be charged.

MisterTee Silver Member

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4 hours ago, Thingamabob said:

The regime in Iran is despicable, and is behind unrest in the Middle East and elsewhere, but it will never be removed by bombing. I fear it will be around for a long time.

Your post would be spot-on if you just correct one mistake - one word.

Change "Iran" to "Israel" and rejoin the human race.

SiSePuede419 Platinum Member

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Donnie says he likes to be #1 on Tick Toke, which to me sounds like word vomit, but hey kids these days 😀

‎Tick Toke - Single - Album by 358_andrew - Apple Music https://share.google/Wi4qkfYk29bJR28cX

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