US strikes Iran after drone attack on commercial ship in Strait of Hormuz

US strikes Iran
US strikes Iran
| Published June, 27 2026 | Updated
(Web Desk): The US military says it launched airstrikes on Iranian military sites after Tehran allegedly targeted a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States has confirmed carrying out airstrikes against Iran after accusing Tehran of launching a drone attack on a commercial vessel in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the operation was conducted in response to an Iranian drone strike on a commercial ship on June 25. According to the US military, American aircraft targeted Iranian missile and drone storage facilities, along with coastal radar sites believed to be linked to the attack.

CENTCOM said the strikes were aimed at protecting freedom of navigation and ensuring the safety of commercial shipping passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest energy trade routes.

The command added that US forces remain deployed in the region and will continue coordinating with international partners to provide safe passage for commercial vessels. It also said the United States remains committed to enforcing the terms of its security arrangements and will stay alert to any further threats.

Meanwhile, Iranian media reported that a projectile landed in the southern coastal city of Sirik, although officials did not immediately provide details about the damage or possible casualties.

 

 

The latest military action marks another rise in tensions between Washington and Tehran, raising concerns over the security of international shipping in the Gulf region.

Earlier, when asked by reporters about a possible US response to Iran's alleged actions, President Donald Trump declined to provide details, saying, "You'll find out."

The exchange of military action is expected to draw close international attention, with analysts warning that any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz could have significant implications for regional stability and global energy markets.

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