The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said it carried out a fresh round of strikes against Iran on the morning of July 15, targeting coastal defence systems and cruise missile infrastructure.
According to CENTCOM, the operation concluded at 7:30 AM ET.
90-Minute Operation Targets Missile Infrastructure
In a statement, CENTCOM said the strikes lasted 90 minutes and involved the use of precision munitions.
The operation targeted coastal defence systems as well as cruise missile storage and launch sites on Greater Tunb Island.
CENTCOM Says Strikes Degraded Iran's Capabilities
CENTCOM said the strikes were aimed at reducing Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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"CENTCOM launched precision munitions against coastal defense systems and cruise missile storage and launch sites on Greater Tunb Island during the 90-minute wave. The strikes further degraded Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz."
Iran Warns Of Wider Disruptions
The renewed military action came as Iran's Revolutionary Guards declared that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States ends what it described as its "acts of aggression".
The force also warned that additional regional oil and gas export routes serving the interests of the US and its allies could be targeted, although it did not specify which routes.
Trump Warns Of More Strikes
US President Donald Trump also hardened his stance, warning that Washington would intensify attacks if Iran refuses to return to negotiations.
Speaking in an interview with Special Report with Bret Baier aired on Tuesday night, Trump said the US could target Iran's bridges and power infrastructure next week before eventually expanding strikes to the country's energy sector.
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