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Trump Says US Will Strike Iran Hard as War Escalates Again
Trump said the United States will hit Iran hard after missile fire on American forces, as U.S. and Saudi strikes widened the conflict.
On Tuesday, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched multiple ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East, according to US Central Command, which intercepted the "surprise attack."
President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday for closed-door meetings focused on security coordination and Iran policy amid regional tensions.
Netanyahu described the meeting as "one of the best conversations" the two leaders have had, citing close coordination on Iran and other security issues discussed with Trump.
Jordan's military intercepted five missiles launched from Iran early Wednesday, with a military spokesperson stating the armed forces remain committed to protecting the Kingdom's airspace and sovereignty.
Iran has lost around 230 million cubic meters per day of natural gas production capacity since the war began, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's March claim that Iran's missile capacity was "functionally defeated" now appears contradicted by the attack.
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