What’s happening on day 96 of Iran war as US, Iran engage in new attacks
The conflict between the US and Iran has escalated as the war enters its 96th day, with both sides engaging in military actions across the Gulf region. The US conducted strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, while Iran's military claimed to have targeted US assets in response. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation remain complicated by deep mistrust and hardened positions from both sides.
- ▪The US military reported carrying out self-defense strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island.
- ▪Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have targeted US military assets in the region.
- ▪Diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran are ongoing but face significant challenges.
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News|US-Israel war on IranWhat’s happening on day 96 of Iran war as US, Iran engage in new attacksRubio says the US will lift sanctions on Iran only if it gives up enriched uranium, rejecting a Strait of Hormuz-linked deal.ListenListen (6 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoIranian women walk in front of a residential building, destroyed by previous US-Israeli airstrikes, in Tehran on June 2, 2026 [File: Abedin Taherkenareh/EPA]By Elizabeth Melimopoulos and AFPPublished On 3 Jun 20263 Jun 2026As the US-Israel war on Iran entered its 96th day, the conflict widened across the Gulf region, with both sides reporting new military actions.The United States military said on Wednesday it carried out…
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