More than a week after the United States and Iran signed a 14-point memorandum to end their conflict, new tensions have surfaced between Washington and Tehran. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated on Saturday that it struck US military sites in response to an American attack on Iranian positions. On Friday the US military hit Iranian missile and drone facilities after a drone assault on a cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. The exchange marks the first serious test of last week’s interim deal aimed at halting months of fighting and reopening the vital waterway. US Central Command described its strikes as a direct reply to Iranian aggression that violated the ceasefire. President Donald Trump confirmed the US response and noted four drones were launched. Vice President JD Vance warned that violence would be met with violence. Iranian officials rejected claims of a violation, describing the actions as necessary management of the agreement and warning of a strong future reply. The incidents occurred while both sides continue talks for a lasting peace. The original memorandum required Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without tolls, yet disagreements over fees and control persist. A UN maritime agency paused evacuation efforts for stranded vessels after the latest attack.
