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US Conducts Strikes on Iran Despite Promise to Pause for Khamenei Funeral

New US military strikes on Iran occur despite President Donald Trump's earlier commitment to halt attacks during the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Jul 8, 2026, 1:26 AM Al Jazeera

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The United States launched new strikes on Iran on July 8, 2026, despite a prior promise by US President Donald Trump to pause military actions during the funeral period of Iran's Supreme Leader, Khamenei. The strikes mark a continuation of hostilities in the region, contradicting the earlier assurance of a temporary ceasefire.

This development was reported by Al Jazeera, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran amid sensitive diplomatic circumstances.

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