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Israeli strikes intensify in response to Iranian missile barrage
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Following a new wave of airstrikes against the Islamic Republic, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned that attacks on Iran will "escalate and expand" as Tehran continues firing missiles at Israel's northern border cities. President Donald Trump simultaneously delayed his deadline for opening Strait-of-Hormuz waters to Israeli ships amid claims he is making progress in ceasefire negotiations with Iranian officials.
Key Points
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1Israel warned that attacks on Iran will escalate and expand following a new wave of strikes launched against Tehran.
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2U.S. President Donald Trump claimed ceasefire talks are progressing well while extending the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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3Iran continued firing missiles at Israel despite Israeli warnings, with no signs of backing down from its leadership.
Developments
[Mar 27]
Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Iran and warned that attacks will escalate; Trump extended the deadline for Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz while claiming talks are going well.
[Mar 26, unspecified time before Mar 27]
Israel's defense minister stated alongside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that they warned Iran not to fire missiles at civilian populations in Israel. Trump previously threatened obliteration of energy plants over the closure but delayed this threat.
Israel warns attacks on Iran 'will escalate' as Trump claims advances in ceasefire talks
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