U.S. strikes Iranian targets as Gulf tensions escalate

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The strikes come amid an eight-month U.S.-Iran conflict and heightened pressure over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route. Iran says it has proposed reopening the waterway and resuming nuclear talks if Washington meets its demands, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly urging additional U.S. strikes. Gulf governments are on high alert, and continued military action could disrupt shipping, energy markets and diplomatic efforts across the region.[5][7][9]

Sources: Anadolu Agency, SBS News, The Associated Press, Le Monde