US Military Forces Launch Airstrikes Against Iranian Targets
Following attempts targeting commercial vessels and American military personnel in the Strait of Hormuz, US forces struck targets in Iran.
The US military has launched strikes targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities in Iran following attempts against commercial ships and American soldiers in the Strait of Hormuz.
CENTCOM Statement
The US Central Command announced that the operation was launched on Tuesday afternoon against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets inside Iran.
Strait of Hormuz and Larak Island
It was reported that the strikes took place following recent attempts targeting commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and American personnel operating in the region.
Statements by Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump argued that Iran has weakened economically and militarily, and did not rule out the possibility of the US carrying out new attacks in the future.
Iran's Retaliation Claim
The Iranian side claimed that bases in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates were attacked in response to the US strike on rocket launchers on Larak Island.
Denial from the UAE
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense strongly denied claims that Al Minhad Air Base was targeted.
Casualties and Market Impact
While Iranian state media announced that three people lost their lives in the strike on Larak Island, the clashes caused global oil prices to rise.