US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers

BBC World Monday 20 July 2026, 21:09 UTC 1 min read

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The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

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