Iran attacked U.S. military installations in Bahrain and Kuwait today, destroyed radar systems in Oman, and struck fuel tanks and ammunition depots in Jordan.
The Iranian attacks were carried out in retaliation for yesterday’s U.S. strikes on dozens of targets inside Iran.
The exchange of strikes marks a further escalation in the recent series of attacks between the United States and Iran, as Tehran seeks to consolidate its control over the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, which it considers its strongest bargaining chip in negotiations with Washington.
Last week, Trump said that the peace agreement was over, although negotiators from both countries continue to hold talks.
As a result, the dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz continues, with Iran insisting that the waterway is under its control because it forms part of its territory, while the United States rejects that claim.
“The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade,” the U.S. Central Command said. “Iran does not control it.”
Iran and the United States are now approaching the midpoint of a 60-day temporary agreement that was intended to pave the way for negotiations aimed at permanently ending the war launched by the United States and Israel in late February. Last week, Donald Trump declared that the peace agreement was over, although negotiators from both countries continue to hold talks.
Sources: Guardian [1], [2]
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