Iran Condemns US Ceasefire Violations After Strikes in Southern Iran

What happened

Naharnet reports that Iran condemned what it described as United States violations of a ceasefire, following US air strikes on the southern port city of Bandar Abbas. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, declared Iran’s intent to take all necessary measures to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Outside Brief is treating this as a source-led account. Any disputed responsibility, casualty figure or battlefield claim should be read as unconfirmed/hearsay unless confirmed by another reliable source. According to the same source, the US struck a ground control station in Bandar Abbas, prompting Iran's Revolutionary Guards to claim they retaliated by targeting a US air base, although details about the location were not disclosed. Kuwait's military also reported responding to an 'enemy' attack with its air defenses during the escalation.

The strikes came despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington aimed at finalizing an agreement to end the conflict that began on February 28. In this context, US President Donald Trump voiced strong warnings, including a threat to 'finish the job' if Iran did not reach a deal, and notably threatened Oman, which acts as a US ally and mediator.

Known from the source

• On May 28, 2026, US forces launched strikes on a ground control station in Bandar Abbas, Iran.
• Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed to have retaliated by striking a US air base, with no location details provided.
• Kuwait's military reported engaging air defenses in response to an 'enemy' attack during the episode.
• Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei condemned the US strikes as ceasefire violations and vowed to defend Iran's sovereignty.
• US President Donald Trump threatened Oman amid talks with Iran, describing Oman as an ally and mediator.

What remains unclear

Trump’s remarks followed reports that Iran would maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz in cooperation with Oman, a draft framework cited by Iranian state television. Baqaei condemned Trump’s threats against Oman as a sign of 'normalization of anarchy and intimidation' in international relations, while also expressing solidarity with Oman.

What remains unclear: Verification of strike attribution and targets in Bandar Abbas and Iranian retaliation sites. Confirmation of ceasefire terms and what exactly constitutes the 'violations' referenced by Iran. Verification of statements attributed to Kuwaiti military regarding 'enemy' attacks. Corroborate US President Trump's remarks on Oman and their diplomatic implications.

Evidence note

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Original source: Naharnet Lebanon. Open the source.