CENTCOM says seven-hour operation targeted missile sites, drones, naval assets, and coastal defenses threatening Strait of Hormuz shipping
by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief
(Worthy News) – U.S. Central Command launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, expanding its military campaign against forces accused of threatening commercial vessels and civilian crews in the Strait of Hormuz.
The operation began at approximately 6 a.m. Eastern Time, marking a notable shift after earlier rounds of American strikes were conducted primarily at night.
“U.S. Central Command forces began launching a wave of strikes against Iran,” CENTCOM announced. “The strikes are designed to further degrade military capabilities Iranian forces have used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.”
CENTCOM later said U.S. fighter aircraft, drones, and naval vessels fired precision-guided munitions during the seven-hour operation.
The strikes targeted Iranian missile and drone sites, naval capabilities, and coastal defense systems believed to have been used to threaten ships traveling through one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors.
The daytime assault came as American forces resumed a naval blockade against vessels traveling to or from Iranian ports and coastal areas. The blockade formally returned to effect at 4 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday.
The renewed interdiction campaign represents an effort by Washington to increase military and economic pressure on Tehran while preserving freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
CENTCOM has carried out several waves of strikes against Iranian military infrastructure in recent days. Previous operations targeted air-defense systems, coastal radar installations, missile and drone capabilities, and small naval vessels.
The command said the latest strikes were intended to reduce Iran’s capacity to attack commercial shipping rather than prevent legitimate international traffic through the strait.
“U.S. forces remain vigilant, lethal, and prepared to execute operations directed by the Commander in Chief,” CENTCOM said.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical passageway for global energy supplies and international commerce. Continued attacks or military disruption in the waterway could carry consequences far beyond the Middle East, including increased shipping risks, higher insurance costs, and renewed pressure on global oil markets.
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