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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
- Direct military escalation after weeks of relative quiet in an ongoing conflict raises the risk of rapid Iranian retaliation and further strikes in a strategically critical shipping lane.
- Most affected
- Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz — Exposed to renewed risk of military strikes or disruption during escalating hostilities.
US and Iranian military personnel — Face immediate threat of counterattack following the strike. - Likely next
- Whether Iran carries out the promised retaliation and how quickly it occurs.
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