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Fox News: US Military Strikes Southern Iran Targets in Self-Defense
Summary
- US Central Command said it carried out an airstrike on several targets in southern Iran.
- CENTCOM said it struck an Iranian vessel attempting to lay mines and missile launchers in self-defense.
- The US and Iran are in final-stage talks over a draft memorandum of understanding centered on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, declaring an end to hostilities and holding nuclear negotiations over the next 60 days.
US Central Command carried out airstrikes on several targets in southern Iran. CENTCOM announced on May 25 that it had struck the area in self-defense.
Reuters reported that the targets included an Iranian vessel attempting to lay mines and missile launchers, according to CENTCOM. The command added that it would continue to protect US forces even as a ceasefire proceeds. It described the strikes as defensive and sought to draw a line against the risk of further escalation.
Attention is now focused on how Iran will respond. The US and Iran are in final-stage talks over a draft memorandum of understanding centered on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, declaring an end to hostilities and holding nuclear negotiations over the next 60 days.
Lee Jeong-woo, Hankyung.com reporter krse9059@hankyung.com
Korea Economic Daily
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