The U.S. launched overnight airstrikes on Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz, directly violating the April ceasefire and threatening fragile peace talks aimed at ending the three-month war. Iran’s foreign ministry condemned the strikes as a "definitive violation" and an act of "bad faith," yet Tehran has not withdrawn from negotiations, with its top negotiator and foreign minister still in Qatar finalizing a 14-point framework deal.

The Pentagon justified the strikes as self-defense, targeting Iranian vessels attempting to emplace mines and missile launchers near the critical waterway. Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei responded on Telegram, declaring that Gulf states would no longer shield U.S. bases, while stopping short of announcing immediate retaliation. Despite the escalation, both sides signaled progress in talks, with U.S. officials insisting a deal remains "within reach" and Iranian delegates describing "breakthroughs" over the weekend.

The strikes come as President Donald Trump faces Republican backlash over reported concessions in the proposed agreement, including sanctions relief and a phased withdrawal of U.S. forces from the region. Iran, meanwhile, has begun restoring internet access after a three-month blackout, a move analysts link to its efforts to rebuild military capacity while negotiating. With talks entering a decisive phase, the latest violence underscores the ceasefire’s fragility—just days after both sides tempered expectations for an imminent breakthrough.

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U.S. Launches Self-Defense Strikes on Iran Still, Washington insists that it is committed to peace talks with Tehran.

foreignpolicy.com · about 2 months ago

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theguardian · about 2 months ago

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liberation · about 2 months ago

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theguardian · about 2 months ago

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theguardian · about 2 months ago

Iran starts to restore internet access after months-long blackout Move to allow connectivity comes as US strikes Iranian missile launch sites and peace talks continue

financial times · about 2 months ago