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US launches 'powerful' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops

First publishedJul 29, 02:54 UTC
Last updatedJul 30, 19:45 UTC · 1h ago
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Iran fired missiles at US troops in Jordan and also attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The US military successfully stopped (intercepted) these attacks. This happened while Donald Trump met with Benjamin Netanyahu.

Reported by 29 outlets — BBC World, NYT Home, CBS News, NBC News, NPR World, and 8 more. See all sources ↓

The United States launched heavy strikes on Iran after saying it stopped an Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. U.S. officials called the strikes a 'powerful response' to the attempted attack. Some reports also say the U.S. and Saudi Arabia struck Iranian-backed forces in Iraq. President Trump warned he would hit Iran 'very hard' in retaliation.

Why it matters

The exchange raises the risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East, which could affect global oil prices and regional safety. It also shows how quickly tensions can flare between the U.S. and Iran, affecting diplomatic efforts.

In brief
What did the U.S. say it stopped before launching strikes?
The U.S. said it stopped an Iranian surprise attack on a U.S. base in Jordan.
Which countries joined the U.S. in strikes against Iranian-backed forces, according to some reports?
Saudi Arabia joined the U.S. in strikes against Iranian-backed forces in Iraq.
How did President Trump describe his planned response to Iran?
He said he would hit Iran 'very hard' as retaliation.
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While most outlets agree on the basic sequence of events, some emphasize President Trump's strong language and vow to retaliate, others highlight the joint U.S.-Saudi strikes in Iraq, and a few note additional developments such as missile barrages from Iran or an explosion in Egypt.

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    Focus on Trump's strong language and vow to retaliate.

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    CBS NewsHighlights Trump's promise to hit Iran very hard
    NBC NewsReports Trump's vow to strike Iran hard
    PBS NewsHourNotes Trump used blunt language to threaten Iran
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    Joint U.S.-Saudi strikes against Iranian-backed forces in Iraq.

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    CBS NewsDescribes U.S.-Saudi strikes on militias in Iraq
    PBS NewsHourMentions U.S.-Saudi strikes targeting Tehran-backed forces
    NBC NewsNotes U.S. and Saudi forces hit Iraqi militia sites
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    Iran's missile barrage and additional regional incidents.

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    PBS NewsHourSays Iran launched missiles at U.S. forces and cites Egypt blast
    CBS NewsShows video Iran claims depicts missiles aimed at Jordan base
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