Israel denies involvement in southern Iran explosions
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Updated · en.yenisafak.com · May 8
Israel denies involvement in southern Iran explosions
13 articles · Updated · en.yenisafak.com · May 8
Blast-like sounds were reported near Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island on Thursday, while Iranian media said missile fire targeted "enemy units" in the Strait of Hormuz.
The denial followed Iranian claims of a large-scale missile and drone attack on US destroyers after an alleged US strike on an Iranian oil tanker.
US Central Command said it intercepted the attacks, struck Iranian launch and command sites, and reported no damage, despite an April 8 ceasefire and a US naval blockade since April 13.
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