Iran Strikes U.S. Bases and Allies in Gulf Region Amid Rising Tensions

Iran launched attacks on U.S. military bases and allies throughout the Gulf region on Wednesday. These strikes were a response to previous U.S. military actions along Iran’s southern coast, which resulted in at least 18 fatalities, as reported by Iran’s health minister.

At the White House, President Trump addressed the situation. He stated that the renewed military campaign would not last long. However, he issued a stern warning to Tehran, threatening significant retaliation if the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz is not resolved.

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Liz Landers is a correspondent for PBS News Hour, focusing on the White House and the Trump administration. Her previous roles include being the national security correspondent for Scripps News and reporting on disinformation.

Kayan Taraporevala serves as an Associate Producer for PBS News Hour.