US strikes 3 Iranian oil tankers in retaliation to attack on American ships: CENTCOM

Military Escalation with Iran00:00:00

CENTCOM reports that the US struck three Iranian oil tankers linked to the IRGC after Iranian forces launched ballistic missiles at US warships. No American personnel were injured, and the US maintains a policy of imposing higher economic costs for attacks on its vessels.

Political Debate and War Toll00:00:52

Administration officials, including President Trump and VP J.D. Vance, describe the conflict as minor or 'small potatoes,' drawing criticism from Democrats. The war has resulted in 18 US service member deaths and nearly 800 injuries, with gas prices reaching record highs.

Diplomatic Efforts in Ukraine00:01:45

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are conducting shuttle diplomacy, meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow and Vladimir Zelenskyy in Kyiv to seek an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, with both sides agreeing to pause strikes on capitals during talks.