Iran hits out at Gulf neighbors as US presses on with strikes

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Tensions escalated as the US and Iran exchanged strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in US military and shipping losses. The UK agency reported a vessel fire in the strategic waterway, highlighting ongoing regional instability.

Washington and Tehran traded strikes on Monday as US deaths in the renewed fighting climbed to three and more ships came under attack in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency said on Monday that a vessel was on fire in the strait, citing information from military authorities.