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U.S. Forces Conduct Self-Defense Strikes in Southern Iran
U.S. Central Command said Monday that American forces struck missile launch sites and boats in southern Iran. The strikes occurred near Bandar Abbas during an ongoing ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran.
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U.S. Central Command reported that American forces carried out self-defense strikes in southern Iran on Monday. The targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to place mines near Bandar Abbas. CENTCOM spokesperson Capt. U.S. troops from threats posed by Iranian forces.
He added that the command continues to defend its forces while exercising restraint during the ceasefire. U.S. official described the scope of the strikes as very small.
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