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The U.S. military completes a heavy wave of strikes against Iran in retaliation for missile attacks on Jordan

The U.S. military completed a heavy wave of strikes against Iran on Thursday, targeting dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities, including military command centers and drone sites. The strikes were launched in response to an Iranian missile barrage that targeted U.S. bases in Jordan, where five missiles were intercepted and destroyed. Earlier in the week, the U.S. partnered with Saudi Arabia to strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers. These strikes were conducted in response to alleged drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities. The administration announced these actions as part of a broader effort to respond to Iranian aggression. President Trump said it was the U.S. turn to hit Iran, vowing to respond forcefully to the surprise attack. The conflict has caused oil prices to spike and raised concerns about the world economy. While mediators have attempted to bring both sides to the negotiating table, the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian control, complicating efforts to reach a ceasefire.

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