Who launched the latest strikes on Iran?

The United States military carried out the latest wave of strikes on Iranian targets.

Where did Iran attack in response?

Iran struck US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.

Why is the Strait of Hormuz important?

It is a narrow waterway through which a large share of the world’s oil shipments travel.

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Live Updates: Iran Ramps Up Threats as It Retaliates Against U.S. Strikes

First publishedJul 12, 12:38 UTC

Last updatedJul 13, 14:57 UTC · 1m ago

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Answer

The United States launched a new wave of strikes on Iranian targets, hitting sites in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island and other locations. Iran responded by attacking US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan and by asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides continue to trade fire while disputing who controls the vital waterway.

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The US military attacked Iran again, hitting several places inside the country. Iran fired back at US bases in nearby Gulf countries. Both countries say they control the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow sea lane important for oil ships. Explosions were heard in Iranian ports such as Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island. No clear reports of deaths or injuries have been confirmed.

Why it matters

Control of the Strait of Hormuz affects global oil prices because about a fifth of the world’s oil passes through it. Continued fighting raises the risk of a wider conflict that could disrupt energy supplies and increase tensions in the Middle East.

In brief

Who launched the latest strikes on Iran?: The United States military carried out the latest wave of strikes on Iranian targets.
Where did Iran attack in response?: Iran struck US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.
Why is the Strait of Hormuz important?: It is a narrow waterway through which a large share of the world’s oil shipments travel.

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Outlets differ in emphasis: several stress the mutual exchange of strikes and US actions, many highlight the dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a few focus on Iran’s attacks on US bases in Gulf states, and one notes Trump’s role in ordering the strikes.

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Focus on mutual exchange of strikes and US retaliation
Sources3
TypeAngle
New York Post (first)Reports explosions in Iran after US strike wave
CBS News (second)Reports another US round of strikes on Iran
NYT WorldJul 13, 11:54Highlights Iran’s threats and retaliation after US strikes
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Scouting report
Emphasis on dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz
Sources9
TypeAngle
PBS NewsHourNotes US strikes amid escalating Hormuz standoff
CNBC Top NewsDescribes exchange of strikes as Hormuz tensions rise
CBS News (first)Reports continued trade of strikes over Hormuz battle
NBC NewsJul 12, 12:38Highlights trade of strikes and conflicting Hormuz claims
Seattle TimesFrames fight as vie for control of Hormuz waterway
Al Jazeera (first)Reports US bombing of Iranian cities as Hormuz standoff intensifies
The HillStates both sides claim Hormuz control after weekend strikes
Al Jazeera (third)Notes more US strikes as Hormuz standoff deepens
CBS News (third)Reports trade of strikes over fight for Hormuz control
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3Angle
Scouting report
Highlights Iran’s attacks on US bases in Gulf states
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FortuneNotes US hits many Iranian targets while Iran attacks Gulf neighbors
Al Jazeera (second)Reports Iran striking US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan
ABC NewsJul 13, 09:15Notes Kuwait, Jordan report attacks after US strikes on Iran
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Scouting report
Stresses Trump’s role in ordering new strikes
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New York Post (second)Says Trump directs fresh round of strikes to hold Iran accountable

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