US, Iran trade strikes as Hormuz standoff tests fragile ceasefire

The United States says it has carried out what it calls defensive strikes against Iranian military targets. It's the second US strike this week, despite a ceasefire. US Central Command (CENTCOM) says it shot down four attack drones that posed a threat near the Strait of Hormuz. Details of the strikes emerged after a cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump late on Wednesday. He said there is still work to be done on reaching a deal with Iran but he also stressed that the Strait of Hormu