US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers

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The strikes on Iran mark the 10th consecutive night of attacks following US President Donald Trump's vow to retaliate for the deaths of US soldiers. Iran has responded by claiming to have struck two oil tankers and US military assets in the region. US Central Command reported that the latest strikes targeted Iranian military command centers and missile launch sites. The situation escalated with reports of explosions in various locations, including the Gulf ports and near the city of Tabriz.