Iran Fires On U.S. Navy Destroyers In Strait Of Hormuz
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The United States and Iran exchanged fire Thursday in the Strait of Hormuz, raising new concerns about the stability of a month-long ceasefire between the two countries.
President Donald Trump said three U.S. Navy destroyers came under attack while moving through the strategic waterway, but reported no damage to the vessels. Iran, meanwhile, accused the United States of violating the ceasefire by striking an Iranian oil tanker and civilian areas near the strait before Iranian forces responded against American ships.
The renewed fighting briefly rattled global markets, sending oil prices sharply higher as fears grow over potential disruptions to one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes.
Reuters correspondent Syakir Jasnee has more in this 1:15 package.
After the package, viewers will hear additional remarks from President Trump addressing the latest tensions and ongoing diplomatic negotiations with Tehran.
President Donald Trump said three U.S. Navy destroyers came under attack while moving through the strategic waterway, but reported no damage to the vessels. Iran, meanwhile, accused the United States of violating the ceasefire by striking an Iranian oil tanker and civilian areas near the strait before Iranian forces responded against American ships.
The renewed fighting briefly rattled global markets, sending oil prices sharply higher as fears grow over potential disruptions to one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes.
Reuters correspondent Syakir Jasnee has more in this 1:15 package.
After the package, viewers will hear additional remarks from President Trump addressing the latest tensions and ongoing diplomatic negotiations with Tehran.
