US renewed strikes on Iran
US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz.
The United States has launched strikes on Iran in response to attacks on three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's deputy foreign minister called the US attacks a violation of the US-Iran memorandum signed last month.
Argentina staged a smooth but strong late comeback to see Egypt off with 3-2 to qualify for the quarter finals of the World Cup. Egypt's exit leaves Morocco as the last of Africa's 10 teams still standing at this tournament.
And we speak to journalist Maria Ressa who is co-chairing the United Nation's first scientific panel on AI.
Presenter: James Copnall and Catherine Byaruhanga
(Photo: Smoke rises at an unknown location following what the U.S. Central Command says is a new wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz. Credit: US Central Command/Reuters).
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