US has conducted defensive strikes on some Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, US official says
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The United States has conducted defensive strikes on some Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official said Monday
Breaking overnight, the U.S. carried out what it called defensive
strikes against Iranian targets on an island near the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. officials say the strikes come after
increased Iranian attacks on commercial ships.
The Pentagon says this is not a return
to major combat operations as the Trump administration continues
to pursue a diplomatic deal with Tehran.
It comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
is reportedly pushing for another wave of strikes against Iran.
Following today's midterm elections.