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War in the Middle East: What was reported on Sunday
Summary
U.S. officials said they rescued an injured American airman from Iran with no U.S. casualties, and leaders and agencies reported strikes and threats across Iran, Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states.
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Fighting and strikes continued across the Middle East on Sunday as leaders exchanged warnings and officials reported military activity. U.S. authorities announced the recovery of an injured American service member who had been in Iran and said there were no U.S. casualties. The U.S. president publicly warned that U.S. forces could target Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened. Governments and aid groups reported damage to civilian facilities and energy infrastructure in several countries.
Reported developments:
- U.S. officials announced the rescue of an injured American airman from Iran and reported no U.S. casualties.
- The U.S. president warned that U.S. forces might target Iranian power and transport infrastructure unless the Strait of Hormuz was reopened.
- Reports said strikes and rocket fire affected Iran, Israel and Lebanon, with damage to residential areas and to medical or aid vehicles and casualties reported.
- Gulf states reported damage to energy and water facilities after drone or missile incidents, and OPEC+ member countries warned of growing impacts on oil supplies.
Summary:
The events have disrupted regional movement and damaged civilian and energy infrastructure, and they prompted public warnings from national leaders and industry groups. Undetermined at this time.
