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Iran Fighting Back but Not Stronger than U.S. Thought, Top U.S. General Says
The US and Israel launched joint strikes to degrade Iran's nuclear capabilities, triggering retaliatory attacks and threats to block 20% of global oil shipments, Human Rights Watch reported.
- On February 28, the United States and Israel launched joint strikes aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities amid tensions over Tehran's nuclear programme and regional security.
- Tensions over Iran's nuclear programme prompted conflict as Israel claims Tehran is close to a nuclear weapon, while Tehran insists its programme is civilian, with a June 22 ceasefire after 12 days underscoring escalation between Tehran and Tel Aviv.
- The Pentagon reported more than 5,000 targets hit and over 50 Iranian naval vessels damaged, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, 'Today will be yet again, our most intense day of strikes inside Iran.'
- Iranian Revolutionary Guards warned on Tuesday they would not allow 'one litre of oil' to be shipped from West Asia if attacks continue, after Iran launched strikes on U.S. military bases and diplomatic missions and claimed the Strait of Hormuz was closed.
- About 20% of global petroleum supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and Brent crude fell to $91.5 per barrel after prices briefly topped $100, verified by Human Rights Watch images.
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