Trump says US attacking Iran capabilities related to Strait of Hormuz

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Trump says US attacking Iran capabilities related to Strait of Hormuz

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President Donald Trump announced US military attacks on Iran targeting capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz amid increased regional tensions. Though fresh strikes were launched, Trump indicated openness to negotiated settlements and mentioned possible Iranian drone presence in Cuba.

WASHINGTON, July 13 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump told reporters on Monday that the United States was attacking Iran's capabilities related to the Strait of Hormuz, amid renewed military action between the two countries. The U.S. military said on Monday it was launching fresh strikes against Iran but Trump told reporters at the Oval Office on Monday that he had not decided that a negotiated settlement could not be reached with Tehran. Trump also said that it could be that there are Iranian drones in Cuba.

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