Trump says US hit Iran 'very hard.' Gulf countries report attacks
The U.S. has continued military strikes against Iran for the tenth consecutive day following a breakdown in ceasefire negotiations, while both nations maintain an openness to diplomatic talks. The conflict centers on protecting shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz, with recent casualties reported on both sides.
Why it matters
The escalation of conflict in the Strait of Hormuz poses significant risks to global energy supplies and international maritime trade.
The United States began a 10th day of strikes against Iran on Monday, and multiple Arab Gulf countries reported attacks from Iranian missiles and drones. Still, both Washington and Tehran signaled a willingness to resume talks.
U.S. Central Command, which is overseeing the war, said three service members were killed during the weekend, bringing the total number of troop fatalities to 17 since the war began in February.
President Donald Trump plans to attend a dignified transfer of the remains Tuesday at Dover Air Force Base. He threatened on social media that Iran would pay for each death "many times over!"
The latest escalation follows the breakdown of an interim ceasefire agreement reached about a month ago, as tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz continue to intensify.
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