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U.S. military strikes hit Iran in retaliation for a deadly drone and missile attack in Jordan that killed two American service members — the first U.S. fatalities from direct Iranian fire since the conflict began. The strikes target Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and aim to cripple its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil chokepoint. Iran’s supreme leader warns of “unforgettable lessons” if attacks continue, while the U.S. issues a global travel alert as tensions soar. Strikes ripple across the region — Kuwait’s water plant and oil facility are hit, sparking fires and blackouts; Iraq, Jordan, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia all intercept Iranian drones and missiles. U.S. forces also target Iranian surveillance sites, underground weapons caches, and key infrastructure near Bandar Abbas, while Iran urges citizens to conserve energy after power disruptions. The core battle remains over who controls the Strait of Hormuz — Iran seeks exclusive dominance, while the U.S. responds with a naval blockade to halt Iranian oil exports and assert regional influence.

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