US and Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz, Trump says ceasefire holds

The United States and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments. According to President Trump, three US destroyers came under attack from Iranian forces, and the US responded with strikes. Despite the clashes, Trump stated that the existing ceasefire between the two countries remains in effect.

Iran's armed forces said their action was a response to a US violation of the ceasefire. The exchange comes as the world waits for a response from Iran on a proposed deal. The incident has raised concerns about the stability of the ceasefire and the security of shipping lanes in the region.