US and Iran exchange fire for first time in over a month — PBS NewsHour
The United States and Iran exchanged fire for the first time in over a month amid the issue of control over the Strait of Hormuz, PBS NewsHour reports. According to the outlet, the exchange triggered missile launches and a rise in global oil prices.
Tensions in the region
PBS NewsHour reported that after a break lasting more than a month, the situation in the Middle East has escalated again. The article’s headline states that the exchange of strikes between the United States and Iran occurred amid control over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump’s reaction
US President Donald Trump reacted to the events by calling Iran an incapable state. He also shared an artificial intelligence-generated video showing an Iranian energy hub under attack.
The PBS NewsHour segment was published on August 31, 2026, at 6:55 p.m. US Eastern Time. The article states that the report was prepared by correspondent Liz Landers; Kayan Taraporevala and Genesis Magpayo are also listed among the authors.
