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The US-Israel war with Iran has entered a third week. Here's what we know
The United States launched what it said were military strikes on an Iranian island critical to the country's economy and oil exports Friday night, an attack that analysts warned raises the stakes as the US-Israel war entered its third week.
TL;DR
- US conducted "large-scale" strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, targeting military facilities but avoiding vital oil infrastructure.
- Iran's Parliament Speaker warned of abandoning restraint if aggression continues; a retired US army officer predicts oil prices could go "out of control."
- Global oil prices hit their highest level since July 2022 due to anxiety over the Strait of Hormuz closure.
- The Pentagon is deploying a Marine Expeditionary Unit to the Middle East.
- Israel continued strikes in Iran, with the Iranian ambassador to the UN stating at least 1,300 people have been killed by US and Israeli strikes.
- The UAE and Saudi Arabia reported interceptions over their territory; Bahrain urged residents to shelter.
- Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed nine people, including four children; Israel expanded operations against Hezbollah.
- Six US service members died in a plane crash in Iraq, which the US attributed to non-hostile causes, though an Iranian proxy group claimed responsibility.
- The US is offering a reward for information on key Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who CNN previously reported was wounded.
- Analysis shows Israeli strikes on Tehran fuel facilities spiked pollution levels and caused oil spills.