Iran claims it attacked US Navy ships in response to tanker targeting

The Iranian military has claimed it retaliated against U.S. Navy ships after strikes were made on an Iranian oil tanker, escalating tensions between the two nations. The U.S. Central Command stated it intercepted Iranian attacks, emphasizing it does not seek escalation. This incident marks the first military response from Iran amid ongoing U.S. actions against its vessels and comes as both countries engage in talks to resolve the conflict.

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