The United States has launched another round of military strikes against Iranian targets, saying the operation was aimed at weakening Tehran’s ability to carry out attacks on commercial vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the strikes were completed at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday and targeted several Iranian military facilities connected to operations around the strategic waterway.
CENTCOM said the operation focused on military command centres, missile and drone launch sites, maritime assets, and air defence systems in an effort to reduce Iran’s operational capabilities in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical shipping routes, handling a significant portion of global crude oil exports. Recent security concerns and attacks on commercial vessels have prompted increased military activity by the United States and its allies to safeguard maritime trade.
Despite the ongoing tensions, CENTCOM stated that commercial shipping has continued through the international waterway without major disruption.
The command also disclosed that since early May, U.S. forces have helped facilitate the safe passage of approximately 900 commercial vessels carrying about 450 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz.
According to the U.S. military, its forces remain on alert and ready to respond to any actions it considers a threat to civilian shipping or freedom of navigation in the region.
The latest operation marks another escalation in the long-running confrontation between Washington and Tehran, with the United States maintaining that its military actions are intended to protect international maritime routes and ensure the uninterrupted flow of global trade.
Meanwhile, Iran has maintained its stance on the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the United States of violating ceasefire agreements and insisting it will continue to assert control over the strategic waterway.
The continued conflict has contributed to rising global energy prices, with growing international calls for restraint and diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.
