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All efforts to restore peace and ceasefire in West Asia have once again failed. Amidst the ongoing tension in the region, America and Iran have started fresh, highly aggressive military attacks against each other. Soon after US President Donald Trump’s stern warning, the US military has carried out massive air strikes on several strategic targets inside Iran.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed this action by issuing an official statement. The Army says that this step has been taken in ‘self-defense’ on the direct orders of President Trump, because continuous aggressive actions were being taken by Iran without any provocation. This latest military confrontation now poses a serious threat of derailing the long-running peace talks in the entire region. Trump has bluntly warned Tehran that it will have to pay a heavy price for stopping talks and handing over the US military.
America was angry with the downing of Apache helicopter
The main reason behind this new and devastating air attack is the shooting down of a modern Apache helicopter of the US Army. On Tuesday, President Trump had claimed that an American helicopter doing routine patrolling in the Strait of Hormuz was targeted by Iranian forces.
The US Central Command has clarified that their fighter planes mainly targeted Iran’s bases and air defense systems, which had become a major threat to commercial ships and American troops passing through international waters. CENTCOM wrote on social media that the US Army is fully alert, lethal and ready to face any challenge.
Explosions echoed in these cities of Iran, water plants were destroyed
After the bombing by American fighter planes, there are reports of massive devastation in many areas of southern Iran. According to Iranian media and Press TV, the following areas were mainly targeted during this military operation:
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Jask and Sirik cities: A series of very powerful explosions were heard throughout the night in these coastal cities. Two big water reservoirs of Sirik city have also been damaged in the American attacks.
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Qeshm Island: Iran’s radar network, ground control stations and surveillance systems on this strategic island were completely destroyed by American precision guided bombs.
After destroying these bases, the US Army has claimed that their special mission to avenge the attack on the Apache helicopter has now been completed.
Iran’s counterattack: Hormuz Strait closed again, surge in oil market
Immediately after this heavy bombardment by America, Iran has also taken a very tough stance. Iran, using its greatest power, has destroyed what is considered the lifeline of the world. ‘Strait of Hormuz’ It has once again announced its complete closure.
The effect of this big step of Iran was immediately visible on the global market, where the prices of crude oil suddenly increased. Jumped by more than two dollars per barrel Gone. Along with this, Iran’s main army i.e. Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claims that they have started major retaliatory attacks on American bases near this area. Iran has specifically said it will target US naval and military bases deployed in Kuwait and Bahrain.
Iranian Foreign Minister’s warning to foreign forces
Amidst this intense tension, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has advised all foreign troops deployed in the Gulf region and near Iran’s borders to leave the area immediately. He warned in a stern tone and said, "Tehran always likes to talk in the language of diplomacy and peace, but if the other side does not understand, we have the full power to speak and use other languages."
Crack in relations between America and Israel
Amidst this entire war, a very shocking diplomatic aspect has also come to light. Amidst these changing developments in West Asia, there seems to be a crack in the traditional relations between America and Israel which till now were considered unbreakable.
The main reason for this diplomatic tussle is regarding the strategy to deal with Iran and Hezbollah. According to sources, deep differences have emerged between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the direction in which this war should be taken. While on one hand Trump is angry with the talks stalling, on the other hand Israel’s stance on this entire issue appears to be different, which has further increased diplomatic complications at the global level.
