Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
Iran says US strikes hit bridges in the country in an apparent escalation, while the US boards a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
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"The president will hold them accountable when they turn their back on the words that they state to the United States. But he is always open to diplomacy at the very same time."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Tehran had 'no reason' to abide by any agreement that did not benefit the country."
— Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf , Politician
Key People
Dena Karari is an American detainee who was said to be wrongfully detained in Iran.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jared Genser is an attorney representing Dena Karari.
Karoline Leavitt is the White House press secretary.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament.
Volker Türk is the UN human rights chief.
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Iran says US strikes hit bridges in the country in an apparent escalation, while the US boards a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
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