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US strikes Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in first military action in weeks
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Iran swiftly vowed to retaliate for what it called a deadly attack.
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- Why it matters
- The strike breaks a month-long lull in a six-month conflict, raising the risk of rapid escalation if Iran follows through on its stated vow to retaliate.
- Most affected
- Commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz — Faces renewed risk from Iranian military action in a strategic chokepoint.
US military forces in the region — May face Iranian retaliation in an active conflict zone. - Likely next
- Whether Iran carries out its stated retaliation and how the US responds.
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