US says Iran radar sites struck and drones intercepted, in latest threat to fragile ceasefire
The US military has conducted strikes on Iranian radar sites and intercepted drones near the strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the region. This series of attacks threatens the fragile ceasefire and ongoing peace negotiations between the US and Iran. Despite the rising conflict, President Trump expressed optimism about the situation, claiming it is improving.
- ▪The US military shot down four Iranian drones aimed at the strait of Hormuz.
- ▪US central command stated that the drones posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic.
- ▪Iranian drones recently attacked Kuwait's main airport, resulting in casualties and damage.
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| Publication time | Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:53:02 GMT |
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Commuters drive past a large banner depicting the closure of the strait of Hormuz in Tehran, Iran. The US said it attacked Iranian radar sites and intercepted drones. Photograph: Atta Kenare/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenCommuters drive past a large banner depicting the closure of the strait of Hormuz in Tehran, Iran. The US said it attacked Iranian radar sites and intercepted drones. Photograph: Atta Kenare/AFP/Getty ImagesUS-Israel war on IranUS says Iran radar sites struck and drones intercepted, in latest threat to fragile ceasefireIran and the US have exchanged a series of attacks near the strait of Hormuz, imperilling efforts to reach a peace dealGuardian staff and agenciesFri 5 Jun 2026 19.53 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe US military said it shot down four…
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