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US and Iran Trade Fire Amid Escalating Tensions in Persian Gulf
The US and Iran have traded renewed fire in the Persian Gulf, marking a flare-up of tensions amid stalled peace efforts. Iran claimed its actions were in response to US military attacks, with one specific incident involving an attack on Kuwait International Airport that killed one and injured 63.
3 Jun, 11:32 — 3 Jun, 14:22
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DWHigh85d ago
Middle East: US and Iran trade fire amid stalled talks
The US and Iran traded renewed fire in the Persian Gulf in a flareup of tensions on Wednesday. The fighting comes as peace efforts remain stalled.
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Iran's escalation against Gulf states raises concerns it feels safe attacking neighbors - analysis
Iran claimed this is “conducted in response to a series of US military attacks.”
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First report: DW · 3 Jun, 11:32|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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