US strikes Iran as fears of renewed war escalate

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The strikes reportedly followed diplomatic efforts that had briefly pushed oil prices lower by about 7%, underscoring how quickly markets are reacting to developments between Washington and Tehran. Iran has signaled that it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the United States accepts its demands, while an attack on a commercial vessel off Oman killed an Indian national and led to 13 rescues. The developments raise the immediate risk of wider regional conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel, with potential consequences for shipping, oil prices and international security.

Sources: Reuters, Associated Press