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US Defence Secretary Hegseth pledges strikes on ‘key facilities’ in Iran

The US's planned military action against Iran underscores rising tensions and the complexities of ongoing diplomatic negotiations.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed plans for strikes on Iran
Strikes are part of negotiations for a permanent ceasefire
President Trump warned Iran about consequences for delays

India summons US envoy over attack on ship carrying Indian sailors off Oman

World

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 101 min read

India summons US envoy over attack on ship carrying Indian sailors off Oman

The incident raises significant diplomatic tensions between India and the US, especially concerning the safety of Indian nationals abroad.

India summoned a US diplomat over an attack on a vessel.
The vessel, Settebello, had 24 Indian sailors on board.
Three Indian seafarers are reported missing after the incident.

Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter over Hormuz, vows to respond

Conflicts

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 91 min read

Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter over Hormuz, vows to respond

This incident could escalate military tensions between the US and Iran, impacting regional stability.

Trump claims Iran shot down a US Apache helicopter
Both pilots were rescued and unharmed
The US military is investigating the incident

US fires missile at tanker attempting to reach Iran amid strait of Hormuz standoff

Conflicts

BreakingThe Guardian WorldJun 21 min read

US fires missile at tanker attempting to reach Iran amid strait of Hormuz standoff

The incident highlights escalating tensions in the region and the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran, impacting international shipping and security.

US forces fired a missile at the tanker M/T Lexie
The tanker attempted to breach an American blockade
This incident is part of ongoing tensions in the strait of Hormuz

Rubio says Iran deal could take days after US forces launch new attacks

Politics

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 261 min read

Rubio says Iran deal could take days after US forces launch new attacks

The potential agreement could significantly impact regional stability and US foreign policy in the Middle East.

Marco Rubio says Iran deal could take a few days to finalize
US forces struck Iranian missile sites and boats in southern Iran
Talks are ongoing in Qatar regarding the potential deal

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US Defence Secretary Hegseth pledges strikes on ‘key facilities’ in Iran

India summons US envoy over attack on ship carrying Indian sailors off Oman

Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter over Hormuz, vows to respond

US fires missile at tanker attempting to reach Iran amid strait of Hormuz standoff

Rubio says Iran deal could take days after US forces launch new attacks