US says it intercepted ‘surprise’ Iran missile attack on its forces in Middle East after lull in fighting
Summary
Iran launched several ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East, but all were intercepted by the US military. This attack ended a short pause in fighting as attempts were underway to negotiate a ceasefire between the two sides.Key Facts
- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps fired multiple ballistic missiles targeting a US base in Jordan.
- The US Central Command said all missiles were successfully stopped before hitting their target.
- Both sides had paused attacks over the weekend after nearly two weeks of ongoing strikes and missile attacks.
- Iran attacked ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, where 20% of the world’s oil passes through.
- Iran wants ships to use a route near its coast and plans to charge fees for passage.
- Saudi Arabia shot down drones fired by Iran-backed militias, accusing Iraqi militias of involvement.
- Iraqi officials denied involvement and promised to prevent attacks from their territory.
- Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen claimed a blockade of Saudi shipping routes in the Red Sea.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met President Trump in Washington for talks amid the tensions.
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