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US Hits Iranian Sites, Demands Cease-Fire, Free Strait Passage

7/31/2026

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U.S. Central Command struck Iranian command, missile and drone sites after the IRGC attack.
President Donald Trump demanded that Iran agree to a cease-fire before negotiations.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched strikes and pursued control of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the United States to demand free passage.
Secretary Marco Rubio warned of a “head for an eye” response if Iran attacks.

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U.S. Central Command struck Iranian command, missile and drone sites after the IRGC attack.
President Donald Trump demanded that Iran agree to a cease-fire before negotiations.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched strikes and pursued control of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the United States to demand free passage.
Secretary Marco Rubio warned of a “head for an eye” response if Iran attacks.