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U.S. Forces Launch Defensive Strikes in Southern Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions

KTSM••Ryan Mancini and The Hill
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On Monday, U.S. Central Command (Centcom) reported that American forces executed defensive strikes in southern Iran. This action was taken to safeguard U.S. troops from perceived threats, particularly from Iranian forces deploying boats to lay mines and missile launch sites. The strikes come during ongoing discussions aimed at resolving the conflict between the U.S. and Israel against Tehran. The situation underscores the heightened military tensions in the region and the ongoing efforts to protect U.S. personnel.

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