The United States launched new 'self-defense strikes' on Iran on June 10, 2026, escalating the conflict amid stalled peace talks. - Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the U.S.
will 'hit Iran hard' targeting key facilities. - President Trump warned of more attacks, accusing Iran of delaying negotiations.
- Iran retaliated with missiles on U.S. targets in Bahrain and Jordan, but most were intercepted.
- Trump revealed a secret mission to move 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes follow Iran shooting down a U.S.
Apache helicopter. Inflation rose to 4.2%, with Trump dismissing concerns and linking it to the war.