US and Iran Trade Multiple Strikes Amid Fragile Ceasefire
Iran has released footage showing its air defenses engaging American drones and a fighter jet, threatening the fragile ceasefire with the United States. The Trump administration is optimistic about reaching a framework peace deal this week, which would extend the ceasefire and initiate discussions on Iran's nuclear programs. The proposed agreement also aims to open the Strait of Hormuz for shipping.
- ▪Iran claims its air defenses targeted American drones and a fighter jet.
- ▪The Trump administration is working on a peace deal that could be finalized this week.
- ▪The agreement would extend the ceasefire for an additional 60 days and open the Strait of Hormuz.
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CopiedIran released new footage of what it claims are its air defenses firing at American drones and a fighter jet in an incident that nearly broke the fragile ceasefire with the United States. The Trump administration says a framework peace deal could be reached this week and a U.S. official tells NBC News the agreement would see the ceasefire extended 60 days, open the Strait of Hormuz and initiate talks on Iran’s nuclear programs. NBC’s Richard Engel reports for TODAY.May 27, 2026
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