US Strikes in Iran 'Completed,' According to CENTCOM, as Iran Live Updates Unfold
A recent incident has been reported by CENTCOM, in which an Army Apache helicopter was struck down by Iran on Monday.
President Donald Trump declared the commencement of "major combat operations" against Iran on February 28, marking the beginning of a series of massive joint strikes by the US and Israel, targeting key military, government, and infrastructure sites.
In the aftermath of the announcement of a temporary ceasefire lasting two weeks, initial talks between the US and Iran, which took place in Pakistan in April, ultimately failed to yield a peace agreement.
Subsequently, President Trump announced the indefinite extension of the ceasefire, coupled with the continuation of a US blockade, which will remain in place until negotiations are brought to a conclusive end, regardless of the outcome.
In response to a series of US strikes, Iran launched a barrage of missiles and drones; however, preliminary assessments, which are currently ongoing, indicate that nearly all of these were successfully intercepted, according to a US official.
As of now, there have been no reported casualties or harm to any US personnel.
A US military official has confirmed that US forces have launched a series of strikes on Iran, in response to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter. At this time, the official stated that they were not aware of any damage to US locations in the region.
Earlier on Tuesday, Kuwaiti officials reported that their air defense systems were intercepting hostile aerial targets. The Iranian military had launched a barrage of attacks, which came after the US announced its retaliatory strikes against Iran.
US Central Command issued a statement on Tuesday, confirming that US forces had completed self-defense strikes in Iran. The strikes were a direct response to the earlier downing of a US Army helicopter.
According to US Central Command, the retaliatory strikes targeted Iranian air defense systems, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The operation was described as a proportional response to recent attacks on US forces. US forces struck these Iranian sites on Tuesday as part of their retaliatory measures.
US forces have reaffirmed their commitment to defending against Iranian aggression, stating that they "remain vigilant and postured to defend against unjustified Iranian aggression." This assertion comes amidst heightened tensions in the region, with US forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters.
In a strong response to US strikes, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Iran's military will not hesitate to retaliate against any attack or threat, stating that "our military will leave no attack or threat unanswered." Araghchi also issued a warning to foreign forces, saying "leave our region if you want to be safe."
Following the US retaliatory attack against Iran, President Donald Trump expressed his support for the action, emphasizing the importance of responding to Iranian aggression. In a statement, Trump said, "I think it's very important to respond" to Iranian actions, citing a recent incident in which "they shot down a helicopter, and we are responding as we speak." Trump also reiterated his belief in responding strongly to threats, saying "I believe in responding in a strong manner, I always have throughout my life."
The president stated that a deal had been reached, which was deemed satisfactory and likely to remain in effect. The president's comments came in response to an incident involving a US helicopter the previous night, and he emphasized the need for a robust and powerful retaliation. According to the president, the response would be strong and powerful, as was fitting given the circumstances. This statement was followed by an announcement from CENTCOM, confirming that an attack had been carried out.
President Donald Trump declared the commencement of "major combat operations" against Iran on February 28, marking the beginning of a series of massive joint strikes by the US and Israel, targeting key military, government, and infrastructure sites.
In the aftermath of the announcement of a temporary ceasefire lasting two weeks, initial talks between the US and Iran, which took place in Pakistan in April, ultimately failed to yield a peace agreement.
Subsequently, President Trump announced the indefinite extension of the ceasefire, coupled with the continuation of a US blockade, which will remain in place until negotiations are brought to a conclusive end, regardless of the outcome.
In response to a series of US strikes, Iran launched a barrage of missiles and drones; however, preliminary assessments, which are currently ongoing, indicate that nearly all of these were successfully intercepted, according to a US official.
As of now, there have been no reported casualties or harm to any US personnel.
A US military official has confirmed that US forces have launched a series of strikes on Iran, in response to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter. At this time, the official stated that they were not aware of any damage to US locations in the region.
Earlier on Tuesday, Kuwaiti officials reported that their air defense systems were intercepting hostile aerial targets. The Iranian military had launched a barrage of attacks, which came after the US announced its retaliatory strikes against Iran.
US Central Command issued a statement on Tuesday, confirming that US forces had completed self-defense strikes in Iran. The strikes were a direct response to the earlier downing of a US Army helicopter.
According to US Central Command, the retaliatory strikes targeted Iranian air defense systems, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The operation was described as a proportional response to recent attacks on US forces. US forces struck these Iranian sites on Tuesday as part of their retaliatory measures.
US forces have reaffirmed their commitment to defending against Iranian aggression, stating that they "remain vigilant and postured to defend against unjustified Iranian aggression." This assertion comes amidst heightened tensions in the region, with US forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters.
In a strong response to US strikes, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Iran's military will not hesitate to retaliate against any attack or threat, stating that "our military will leave no attack or threat unanswered." Araghchi also issued a warning to foreign forces, saying "leave our region if you want to be safe."
Following the US retaliatory attack against Iran, President Donald Trump expressed his support for the action, emphasizing the importance of responding to Iranian aggression. In a statement, Trump said, "I think it's very important to respond" to Iranian actions, citing a recent incident in which "they shot down a helicopter, and we are responding as we speak." Trump also reiterated his belief in responding strongly to threats, saying "I believe in responding in a strong manner, I always have throughout my life."
The president stated that a deal had been reached, which was deemed satisfactory and likely to remain in effect. The president's comments came in response to an incident involving a US helicopter the previous night, and he emphasized the need for a robust and powerful retaliation. According to the president, the response would be strong and powerful, as was fitting given the circumstances. This statement was followed by an announcement from CENTCOM, confirming that an attack had been carried out.
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