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U.S. military carries out second defensive strike on Iran this week

U.S. forces shot down four Iranian drones and struck a base preparing to launch a fifth after detecting activity near the Strait of Hormuz. The action marks the second such strike in recent days and prompted retaliation against a U.S. military base.

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U.S. military carries out second defensive strike on Iran this week

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The U.S. military on Wednesday conducted its second defensive strike this week against Iran after officials observed aggressive activity from the Iranian military. Officials told The Associated Press that U.S. forces shot down four Iranian drones and struck a base that was about to launch a fifth drone after determining they posed a threat to the Strait of Hormuz.

The officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military operations.

Background to the strikes The U.S. and Iran had appeared ready to de-escalate before the latest round of strikes. Officials described the action as defensive in nature.

Iranian response Iran carried out retaliation against a U.S. military base following the strikes. U.S. officials said Washington is not happy with Iran's latest peace proposal. >"Iran negotiating on fumes." — U.S. officials, May 27, 2026 (CBS News)

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Second strike this week

U.S. military conducted defensive action against Iran

Four drones shot down

plus strike on base preparing fifth launch

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Further escalation could affect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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