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U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard"

Updated on: June 10, 2026 / 11:18 PM EDT / CBS News

U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard"

TL;DR

  • The U.S. military conducted additional strikes on multiple targets in Iran, described as self-defensive.
  • President Trump vowed to hit Iran "hard" if they do not agree to a deal on U.S. terms.
  • Iran's military declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to all traffic, including oil tankers.
  • CENTCOM denied that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to commercial traffic.
  • The strikes occurred after Iran's downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter and subsequent Iranian drone launches at U.S. allies.
  • Indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S. on extending a ceasefire have been ongoing but elusive.
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the goal of the strikes is to bring Iran to the negotiating table.