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US forces strike Iran's Qeshm Island in a defensive operation, escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz as Washington and Tehran continue diplomatic negotiations. News source: Google / https://www.reuters.com/ The United States military has conducted limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, with American officials describing the operation as defensive action intended to protect US assets in the region. The November 2 operation, confirmed by US officials on November 3, comes amid continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider military confrontation. Three US officials confirmed the strikes, with one indicating that the operation followed Iranian fire directed at an American aircraft. Another official described the action as a response to Iranian forces using surface-to-air missiles against US assets. The strikes were reportedly limited in scope and did not represent a return to major combat operations. However, the development highlights how quickly the fragile situation between the two countries could deteriorate despite diplomatic engagement. Why Qeshm Matters Qeshm Island occupies a strategically important ...

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