US Retaliatory Airstrikes on Iran; Iranian FM Warns 'Will Not Tolerate Any Threat'
The US military launched airstrikes on Iranian air defense systems around the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Iran shooting down a US helicopter. Iran's Foreign Minister warned that the military 'will not tolerate any attack or threat,' and oil prices surged.
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(Central News Agency, Tehran, 10th, Comprehensive Foreign News) After a US Army helicopter was shot down by Iran, the US launched attacks on parts of the country as retaliation. In response, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said today that the military will not turn a blind eye to any attack or threat.
US online media outlet Axios reported that the US military attacked several Iranian air defense systems and radar facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian state media reported that the island of Qeshm in the Strait of Hormuz was attacked, and the port city of Sirik on the strait's coast was also confirmed to have been hit by missiles or other projectiles. The report, citing local sources and residents, said explosions were heard in nearby Bandar Abbas and the Jask county area near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian media reported that after a series of explosions, the situation on Iran's southern coast and near the Strait of Hormuz had 'returned to calm.'
However, after the initial airstrikes, Foreign Minister Araghchi posted on social media platform X, stating, 'Iran's powerful armed forces will never ignore any attack or threat. If you want security, leave our region.'
In an earlier post, while not directly mentioning the helicopter incident, he warned that if foreign forces continue their activities in the region, they risk being involved in accidents or mistaken attacks. He wrote, 'To reduce the risk, the best way is for them to leave here.'
A US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed into waters off the coast of Oman around 3:00 AM on the 9th (23:00 GMT on the 8th). The military then dispatched an unmanned surface vessel which located and rescued the two crew members.
The US Central Command did not specify the cause of the crash, only stating that the helicopter crew was rescued two hours after the incident and are in stable condition.
These US airstrikes came just hours after President Trump said negotiations to end the Middle East war had entered their final stages.
But after the US Apache helicopter was shot down, Trump said in a phone interview with ABC News that the US would respond in a 'strong way' to the 'attack on our helicopter last night.'
He said, 'I think this response will be very tough, very powerful, and in fact, it will be.'
The price of US benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude oil surged 1.4% ahead of the opening of Asian markets on the 10th, reaching $89.40 per barrel. (Editor: Cai Jiamin) 1150610
US online media outlet Axios reported that the US military attacked several Iranian air defense systems and radar facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian state media reported that the island of Qeshm in the Strait of Hormuz was attacked, and the port city of Sirik on the strait's coast was also confirmed to have been hit by missiles or other projectiles. The report, citing local sources and residents, said explosions were heard in nearby Bandar Abbas and the Jask county area near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian media reported that after a series of explosions, the situation on Iran's southern coast and near the Strait of Hormuz had 'returned to calm.'
However, after the initial airstrikes, Foreign Minister Araghchi posted on social media platform X, stating, 'Iran's powerful armed forces will never ignore any attack or threat. If you want security, leave our region.'
In an earlier post, while not directly mentioning the helicopter incident, he warned that if foreign forces continue their activities in the region, they risk being involved in accidents or mistaken attacks. He wrote, 'To reduce the risk, the best way is for them to leave here.'
A US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed into waters off the coast of Oman around 3:00 AM on the 9th (23:00 GMT on the 8th). The military then dispatched an unmanned surface vessel which located and rescued the two crew members.
The US Central Command did not specify the cause of the crash, only stating that the helicopter crew was rescued two hours after the incident and are in stable condition.
These US airstrikes came just hours after President Trump said negotiations to end the Middle East war had entered their final stages.
But after the US Apache helicopter was shot down, Trump said in a phone interview with ABC News that the US would respond in a 'strong way' to the 'attack on our helicopter last night.'
He said, 'I think this response will be very tough, very powerful, and in fact, it will be.'
The price of US benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude oil surged 1.4% ahead of the opening of Asian markets on the 10th, reaching $89.40 per barrel. (Editor: Cai Jiamin) 1150610
FAQ
Why did the US launch airstrikes on Iran?
In retaliation for Iran shooting down a US Army Apache helicopter, the US attacked Iranian air defense systems and radar facilities around the Strait of Hormuz.
What was the Iranian Foreign Minister's statement?
Foreign Minister Araghchi warned on X: 'Iran's powerful armed forces will never ignore any attack or threat. If you want security, leave our region.'
What was the impact on oil prices?
WTI crude oil futures rose 1.4% in Asian markets to $89.40 per barrel.