Iran launched an attack on two American bases in Jordan on Monday, which Tehran said was in retaliation for a US attack on its Larak Island, according to CNBC. CNBC also reported that oil prices rose, that President Trump vowed to hit Iran 'hard', and that Tehran urged a return to a June deal.
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Key facts
- Iran launched an attack on two American bases in Jordan on Monday, according to CNBC.
- Tehran said the strike was in retaliation for a US attack on Iran's Larak Island, according to CNBC.
- CNBC reported that oil prices rose amid the escalation.
- CNBC reported that President Trump vowed to hit Iran 'hard'.
- CNBC reported that Tehran urged a return to a June deal.
- The scale of the attack, any casualties and any specific US military response were not detailed in the available reporting.
Iran launched an attack on two American military bases in Jordan on Monday, according to CNBC. Tehran said the strike was in retaliation for an earlier US attack on its Larak Island.
According to CNBC’s reporting, oil prices rose amid the escalation, and President Trump vowed to hit Iran ‘hard’. CNBC also reported that Tehran has urged a return to a June deal.
The number of casualties, the extent of any damage and the nature of any further US response were not detailed in the available reporting.
It was also not clear from the available reporting what the terms of the June deal referenced by Tehran are, or whether formal talks are under way.
Why it matters
A reported military exchange between the United States and Iran raises the risk of a wider regional conflict and could affect global energy markets. Reported calls to return to a June deal suggest some room for de-escalation remains, but the situation is developing and key details are not yet confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
What did Iran attack?
According to CNBC, Iran launched an attack on two American bases in Jordan on Monday.
Why did Iran carry out the attack?
CNBC reports the strike was in retaliation for the U.S. attack on Iran's Larak Island.
How did oil markets react?
Oil prices rose amid the escalation between the United States and Iran.
Timeline
- Tehran urges return to June deal, oil prices rise as Trump vows to hit Iran 'hard'
CNBC Top News: Iran launched an attack on two American bases in Jordan on Monday in retaliation for the U.S. attack on its Larak Island.