US and Iran exchange fire as Donald Trump warns of further military action
US President Donald Trump warned of further strikes on Iran following military actions near Bandar Abbas, as Iranian officials pledged to defend against aggression.
Tensions between Washington and Tehran have escalated following the first direct military exchange between the two sides in a month, with explosions reported near the Iranian coastal cities of Bandar Abbas and Sirik. US President Donald Trump warned that additional strikes would follow if Iran chooses to retaliate, asserting that Tehran is "begging" for a deal with Washington. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is not seeking conflict, but emphasized that it will "decisively respond to aggressors." Despite the sharp warnings and military actions, backchannel diplomatic links between the two countries reportedly remain open as regional dynamics unfold.
Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro).
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