‘Love tap’: US and Iran exchange fire in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening truce
🔴 Tension RisingSMH.com.au2026-05-07
The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz after the US struck Iranian targets following Iranian attacks on American ships. Trump described the exchange as a ‘love tap’ and warned of significant pain for Iran if a peace agreement isn't signed. Both sides are currently negotiating a potential memorandum to end the war and begin a 30-day negotiation period.