Iran suggests blasts are not US attacks as both sides report ships hit

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Iranian media suggested that explosions heard in southern Iran, including on Qeshm Island, may have been connected to Iranian military activity rather than U.S. strikes; officials had not confirmed missile attacks. The reports came as both sides said ships had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about regional security and maritime traffic.

CAIRO, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Iranian media suggested explosions in southern Iran on Saturday evening were related to Iranian military activities rather than US strikes while both sides reported that shipping had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's state television said officials had not confirmed any missile strikes on Iranian territory following blasts heard in several areas, including on Qeshm Island in the strait.