Iran supreme leader: US military bases in Middle East no longer safe after new strikes
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei declared US military bases in the Middle East unsafe after recent US defensive strikes in southern Iran, escalating tensions amid stalled peace negotiations. The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a violation of a temporary truce, while US Central Command confirmed targeting missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to mine waters, citing self-defense against threats to troops." "article": "Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei warned on Tuesday that US military bases in the Middle East are no longer safe, following a day of US defensive strikes in southern Iran. The strikes, confirmed by US Central Command spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins, targeted missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines. Hawkins stated the actions were taken to protect US troops from Iranian threats, emphasizing restraint during an ongoing ceasefire. Tehran condemned the strikes as a gross violation of the temporary truce between the two nations. The Iranian Foreign Ministry held the US responsible for all consequences of the aggressive actions. The escalation comes amid fragile peace negotiations, with Qatar acting as a mediator. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged progress in aligning on a preliminary draft but noted disagreements over wording remain unresolved. President Donald Trump previously stated that a deal with Iran was largely negotiated, including provisions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end hostilities. The potential agreement had led to a slight dip in global oil and gas prices, though US gas prices remained high at around $4.5 per gallon. The conflict has seen six US service members killed in a March drone strike in Kuwait, further straining diplomatic efforts. Negotiations continue, with Rubio stating that either a solid deal will be reached or none at all. The tensions highlight the delicate balance between de-escalation and military responses in the region, as both sides navigate the risks of further confrontation.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei warned on Tuesday that US military bases in the Middle East are no longer safe, following a day of US defensive strikes in southern Iran. The strikes, confirmed by US Central Command spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins, targeted missile launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to emplace mines. Hawkins stated the actions were taken to protect US troops from Iranian threats, emphasizing restraint during an ongoing ceasefire. Tehran condemned the strikes as a gross violation of the temporary truce between the two nations. The Iranian Foreign Ministry held the US responsible for all consequences of the aggressive actions. The escalation comes amid fragile peace negotiations, with Qatar acting as a mediator. Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged progress in aligning on a preliminary draft but noted disagreements over wording remain unresolved. President Donald Trump previously stated that a deal with Iran was largely negotiated, including provisions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end hostilities. The potential agreement had led to a slight dip in global oil and gas prices, though US gas prices remained high at around $4.5 per gallon. The conflict has seen six US service members killed in a March drone strike in Kuwait, further straining diplomatic efforts. Negotiations continue, with Rubio stating that either a solid deal will be reached or none at all. The tensions highlight the delicate balance between de-escalation and military responses in the region, as both sides navigate the risks of further confrontation.
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