21 Jul, 18:26··

Trump says US will continue attacks on Iran.

France24 English

President Trump said the US would keep attacking Iran. Iran attacked Gulf states and threatened a blockade. The US and Iran are involved in a growing conflict.

President Donald Trump announced the United States would continue its attacks against Iran. This followed reports of 100 American soldiers being injured over 14 days. Iran responded by targeting ships in the Red Sea and threatening to block Saudi ports. The US also planned to attack an Iranian nuclear site called Pickaxe. Trump stated that money from Iran would be used to compensate for any damage to ships.

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Highlights

Trump Says US Attacks Iran

President Trump said the United States would continue attacking Iran.

Pentagon Reports Soldier Injuries

One hundred American soldiers were injured in the conflict in Iran.

Iran Targets Amazon Data Center

An Iranian data center was targeted in Bahrain.

Houthi Ship Blockade in Red Sea

The Houthis halted six ships in the Red Sea.

Funds for Ship Damage Compensation

Trump said Iran’s funds would compensate for ship damage.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Donald Trump stated the United States was continuing attacks on Iran.
  • Tehran responded with strikes on Gulf states.
  • The Houthis threatened to blockade Saudi ports.
  • US military strikes and diplomatic efforts were ongoing.
Sources disagree
Trump's justification for attacks vs. Pentagon's funding concerns

Trump believes the US will continue attacking Iran using funds.

New

The Pentagon reports a lack of funds for operations.

ANSA

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Trump's framing of the conflict vs. Houthis' actions

Trump says Iran wants to meet but the situation is not over.

la Repubblica

The Houthis have halted six ships in the Red Sea.

la Repubblica

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