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U.S. conducts 'self-defense strikes' in Iran as Trump tries to push for peace deal

CNBC · May 26, 2026, 1:18 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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  • U.S. forces have conducted "self defense" strikes in southern Iran early Tuesday, with U.S.
  • President Donald Trump continues to push for a peace deal in the region, with Trump saying Monday stateside that the talks were "proceeding nicely"

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U.S. forces have conducted "self defense" strikes in southern Iran early Tuesday, with U.S. Central Command saying that this was to "protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces."CENTCOM spokesman Tim Hawkins said targets included missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines."U.S. Central Command continues to defend our forces while using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire," Hawkins added.

The moves come as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to push for a peace deal in the region, with Trump saying Monday stateside that the talks were "proceeding nicely"

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