Iran retaliates with attacks on US military targets

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Iran attacked US military targets in the Middle East in retaliation for the first American strikes on its territory in a month. Washington said its attacks aimed to prevent Iran from placing more sea mines in the strait and as it threatens new secondary economic sanctions.

WHO: Iran

WHAT: Iran attacked US military targets in the Middle East in retaliation for US strikes on Iranian territory.

WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 6:43 AM ET

WHERE: Middle East

WHY: The attacks were retaliation for the first American strikes on Iranian territory in a month.

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