US military says it attacked Iranian island and struck tanker bound for key oil port.
Here's the latest
• Fifth day of US attacks: The US military launched more waves of attacks on Iran on Wednesday aimed at degrading its ability to target vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump is also weighing options to expand the US military operation, sources told CNN.
• Impact in Iran: Explosions were heard in several areas across Iran, and air defenses were activated early Thursday local time in parts of Tehran, according to state media. A foreign ministry spokesperson also said that Iran has no plans for negotiations with the US.
• Blockade underway: The US military struck an empty oil tanker sailing toward Kharg Island, an economic lifeline for Tehran, marking the first vessel disabled since the naval blockade of Iranian ports went back into effect. As traffic in the waterway decreases, the oil market is facing the same squeeze that has taken millions of barrels offline per day since March.
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