Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes

The United States and Iran have escalated military hostilities, with Iran targeting US bases in the Gulf and the US launching retaliatory strikes across Iran. The conflict continues to strain diplomatic negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz and regional energy infrastructure.
Why it matters
The direct military exchange between the US and Iran poses a significant risk to global oil supplies and regional stability in the Middle East.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, The US and Iran have continued to exchange fire as negotiations stall
The report balances claims from both sides, citing US Central Command and Iranian state media, maintaining a neutral reporting stance.
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