The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran came under fresh pressure after US forces carried out what Washington described as “self-defence” strikes targeting Iranian missile launch sites and boats allegedly attempting to lay mines near the Strait of Hormuz.
The strikes took place even as indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran continued over a possible agreement to end the three-month-long conflict. The latest military action has raised fears that the truce could collapse despite ongoing diplomatic efforts involving Qatar and other regional players.
