U.S. strikes Iran missile launchers as Hormuz blockade widens
The assault came as more than 20 U.S. warships deployed, two crew members were killed, and Kuwait and Bahrain were also hit.
The United States struck Iran's coastal defense systems, storage sites and cruise missile launchers on Greater Tunb Island on Wednesday (15/7), amid a maritime blockade reimposed on ships traveling to and from Iranian ports. U.S. Central Command said the attack was aimed at weakening Iran's ability to target commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The same day, U.S. forces also fired Hellfire missiles at an empty tanker that was said to have ignored warnings while heading toward Kharg Island. At the same time, the International Maritime Organization reported that Iran attacked two ships in Hormuz, killing two crew members. Kuwait said one of its military vessels was hit by an Iranian missile and drone, while Bahrain intercepted an air attack and Jordan shot down four missiles.
Sources
Earlier in this story
- 3 hours agoIran claims missile strike destroyed 2 U.S. jets at Jordan base
- 4 hours agoU.S. ends 7-night strikes on Iran as death toll hits 38
- 10 hours agoU.S. strikes Iran missile launchers as Hormuz blockade widensreading now
- 38 hours agoIran keeps Strait of Hormuz closed until U.S. meets terms
- 44 hours agoTrump drops 20% Hormuz transit fee a day after proposing it
- Jul 16Trump sends letter to Congress as US military ops on Iran continue
- Jul 16Trump seeks 20% cargo levy on Strait of Hormuz shipments