US Strikes Near Strait of Hormuz, Iran Launches Retaliatory Attacks

The US military has carried out new airstrikes against targets in Iran, with President Trump describing the operation as “large and powerful” attacks. Iranian state media, however, report that one of the strikes hit a wedding ceremony. The attacks occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. According to US officials, the strikes were aimed at military positions. President Trump did not provide further details on the specific targets or the number of strikes. Iranian media claims that a wedding party was caught in the bombing, though this has not been independently verified. In response, Iran has launched its own retaliatory attacks, though the scale and locations of these strikes remain unclear. The escalation marks a significant rise in tensions between Washington and Tehran. Both sides have not yet released official casualty figures. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as any disruption to the Strait of Hormuz could impact global oil prices. This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.