U.S. hits Iran with 'heavy' strikes, as fears of wider war grow

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The U.S. says it launched a 'heavy wave of strikes' against targets in Iran in retaliation for Iranian missile strikes on a U.S. base in Jordan on Tuesday. An Iranian strike also hit Egypt for the first time this week, prompting fears the war could widen and spiral out of control. The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news

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