Middle East live: US launches 11th night of Iran strikes as diplomacy falters
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The US military conducted its 11th consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran, with President Trump stating the attacks would continue. The strikes were in response to Iranian attacks on Gulf states and threats from Houthi allies to blockade Saudi ports. The ongoing escalation highlights faltering diplomatic efforts in the region.
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11 nights of US strikes on Iran
The US military launched an 11th straight night of strikes on Iran early Wednesday.
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The US military launched an 11th straight night of strikes on Iran early Wednesday.
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- Houthi threat to blockade Saudi ports
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The US military launched an 11th straight night of strikes on Iran early Wednesday.
France 24The strikes followed Tehran's attacks on Gulf states.
France 24Houthi allies threatened to blockade Saudi ports.
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