U.S. conducts more "self-defense strikes" after shooting down Iranian missiles
The U.S. military conducted self-defense strikes on an Iranian island following missile and drone attacks from Iran. This escalation comes amid ongoing indirect negotiations between the U.S. and Iran regarding a ceasefire and broader issues, including Iran's nuclear program. Despite a ceasefire in place, tensions remain high as both sides continue to engage in military actions.
- ▪U.S. Central Command reported shooting down three Iranian drones targeting civilian mariners.
- ▪Iran launched ballistic missiles at U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf, which mostly failed to hit their targets.
- ▪The U.S. conducted strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island in response to the attacks, while Iran claimed to target U.S. Navy facilities.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 13 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 1 centre, 2 right.
- ▪ Kuwait and Bahrain attacked as Iran launches missile and drone barrage — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ US carries out ‘self-defense’ strikes against Iranian drones and missiles, as Tehran targets Kuwait, Bahrain — New York Post
- ▪ One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport — BBC News
- ▪ US conducts ‘self-defense’ strikes against Iranian targets on Qeshm Island — Washington Examiner
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Politics U.S. conducts more "self-defense strikes" after shooting down Iranian missiles, in latest test of ceasefire By Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh Updated on: June 2, 2026 / 9:20 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google American military forces carried out strikes on an Iranian island abutting the Strait of Hormuz in response to attempted Iranian drone and missile attacks, the latest clash between the two countries as President Trump pushes to strike a longer-term agreement with Iran. U.S. Central Command said in a statement Tuesday it shot down three Iranian drones that targeted civilian mariners.
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