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US Strikes Iran in Response to Attack on Drone
The U.S. struck Qeshm Island in Iran overnight in a defensive action following an attack on an American aircraft, a senior U.S. official stated. President Trump expressed to Prime Minister Netanyahu a preference for diplomatic efforts before considering broader strikes.
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- 01The U.S. struck Qeshm Island in Iran in response to an attack on an American aircraft.
- 02A senior U.S. official described the strike as defensive and not part of a wider offensive.
- 03President Trump told Prime Minister Netanyahu he wants diplomatic efforts to succeed first.
- 04Netanyahu reportedly urged immediate strikes after the U.S. midterm elections.
- 05The IDF has prepared attack plans and is on high alert, according to a source.
The IDF has reportedly prepared attack plans and is on high alert.
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