US Launches Wave of Strikes on Iran Following Attacks on Commercial Ships in Strait of Hormuz

The United States Central Command initiated a series of military strikes against Iranian targets overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday. This action was a direct response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz. According to US security officials, the targeted ships were crewed by innocent civilians, and the Iranian actions were described as unjustified and dangerous aggression, violating an existing ceasefire.

Washington emphasized that the strikes aim to impose heavy costs on the Tehran regime for endangering international shipping lanes and civilian lives. US officials stated that they will not tolerate Iran jeopardizing maritime security without consequences, framing the military response as a firm step to restore regional stability.

Earlier, the Trump administration revoked a general license that had allowed Iran to sell oil under a memorandum of understanding, a decision prompted by a series of attacks on tankers and commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. A senior US official condemned Iran's behavior as completely unacceptable and warned of further repercussions if the attacks persist.

The US Treasury Department reiterated that Iran's benefits depend on its conduct, and that the ongoing attacks would lead to consequences. Reports indicate that at least three tankers were hit within less than 24 hours, with some accounts claiming four ships were attacked within an hour after ignoring warnings from the Iranian Revolutionary Guards not to use the US-secured shipping route near Oman's coast. Iranian communications included explicit threats, stating, "Our missiles and drones are ready to fire on you."