US military launches strikes on Iranian targets a day after it foiled missile attack on US forces
CENTCOM said the strikes hit dozens of Revolutionary Guard targets and were a response to Iranian missile attacks on U.S. forces.
- American and Saudi fighter aircraft struck logistics and weapons sites in eastern Iraq on Wednesday, targeting Iran-backed militias in response to a prior Iranian missile barrage against American forces.
- Retaliatory strikes began Wednesday evening following Iran's missile launch at American forces in the Middle East, which U.S. Central Command described as a "powerful response" to the attempted attack.
- The Popular Mobilization Forces reported at least 20 fighters killed and 32 wounded in the overnight strikes, while six Iranian advisers died and Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles.
- Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi indefinitely postponed his visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, while Brent crude prices jumped 7.3% amid concerns over regional energy stability.
- Global energy supply chains face potential threats as investors monitor the Middle East, though Saudi officials warned they do not seek escalation despite the military response.
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CENTCOM launches an offensive with dozens of IRGC targets to risk troops, maritime trade and Gulf countries after a failed shooting attempt in the region
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After Iran's failed missile attack, the U.S. retaliates: dozens of targets of the Revolutionary Guards were attacked, according to US regional commando Centcom.
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