Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Launches Strikes on Iran to Retaliate for Downed Helicopter

Iranian forces have shot down a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a response from the United States. The US has launched strikes on Iran in retaliation for the downed helicopter, as announced by the president. The president stated that the US "must, of necessity, respond to this attack", justifying the military action taken against Iran. The US action aims to address the incident and demonstrate its commitment to protecting its assets and personnel.

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