The United States launched airstrikes on Iranian military sites after accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said the operation responded to what it called a ceasefire violation and a threat to maritime security. The strikes have renewed tensions despite a recently announced peace agreement.
US Central Command said American aircraft targeted Iranian missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar sites on Friday. According to CENTCOM, the operation followed an Iranian one-way drone attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely on June 25. The military said the vessel was exiting the Strait of Hormuz along Oman’s coast when it came under attack.
CENTCOM said Iran’s actions violated the ceasefire agreement and undermined freedom of navigation through one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. The US military added that it would remain deployed in the region to help enforce the agreement and protect international maritime traffic. Officials said the strikes were intended to deter further attacks on commercial shipping.
Iranian media reported an explosion near the Taheroi pier in the southern city of Sirik on Friday afternoon. A military source told Mehr News Agency that a projectile struck the pier. The source also claimed warning shots and warning missiles had been fired toward vessels in the Strait of Hormuz before the reported explosion.
Earlier, President Donald Trump accused Iran of launching multiple attack drones at commercial ships in the strategic waterway. He described the incident as a foolish violation of the ceasefire and warned that Tehran would face consequences. The reported exchange has heightened uncertainty over the fragile truce and security in the Gulf.