Iran says US military killed five civilians in attacks on passenger boats
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Iran says US military killed five civilians in attacks on passenger boats
"An unnamed Iranian military commander stated that the US forces attacked two small boats carrying civilians, resulting in the destruction of the vessels and the deaths of five passengers. The commander emphasized that no IRGC vessels were hit during the incident."
"The US operation, referred to as Project Freedom, has disrupted a fragile ceasefire established between Iran and the US, raising concerns about a potential return to conflict in the region."
"Iran is insisting on maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz and is demanding transit fees as reparations for the destruction caused by US and Israeli attacks, highlighting the strategic importance of this maritime corridor."
Iranian officials accused the US military of attacking two passenger boats in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the deaths of five civilians. This claim contradicts US assertions that six IRGC vessels were sunk while attempting to interfere with US operations. The incident has escalated tensions and jeopardized a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US. Iran is demanding accountability from the US and insists on maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz, citing the need for reparations due to previous attacks by the US and Israel.
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