US confirms strikes near Qeshm and Bandar Abbas during a “defensive action” as Iran issues warnings and releases missile footage.
Fresh US-Iran Tensions Emerge
Officials from the United States told media that American forces targeted two locations in:
- Qeshm
- Bandar Abbas
The US described the action as:
👉 “Defensive”
👉 Not the start of a new war
Iran Releases Missile Launch Video
Iranian outlets including Fars News Agency and Tasnim News Agency shared video footage showing missiles being launched by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The footage quickly spread across social media.
Iran Sends Strong Warning
Esmail Baghaei posted an Arabic proverb online:
“If you see the lion’s sharp teeth, do not think the lion is smiling.”
The message appeared to warn the US:
👉 Do not mistake Iran’s patience for weakness.
Trump Claims US Ships Were Attacked First
Donald Trump said Iranian forces targeted American naval ships near the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Trump:
- US destroyers passed safely
- Iranian boats were destroyed
- Missiles aimed at US ships were intercepted
Iran Accuses US of Breaking Ceasefire
Iranian military officials say the US violated the ceasefire agreement.
They claim the strikes could:
- Increase regional tensions
- Harm peace efforts
- Threaten shipping security
Iranian Officials Promise Strong Response
Ebrahim Azizi warned online:
👉 “The response will only become stronger.”
He also called for respect for Iran’s new maritime rules.
Why The World Is Watching
The crisis matters because the Strait of Hormuz handles a major part of global oil transport.
Any escalation could affect:
- Oil prices
- Global trade
- Financial markets
Final Thoughts
The US says it acted defensively.
Iran says the ceasefire was broken.
With both sides exchanging warnings, the region remains highly tense.
Source: BBC
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