CENTCOM Conducts New Strikes on Iran to Protect Strait of Hormuz Shipping

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the completion of a new series of offensive strikes against Iran, carried out on July 12. The operation targeted dozens of Iranian military sites with the objective of weakening Tehran's capacity to threaten international shipping transiting the critical Strait of Hormuz.

According to CENTCOM, the precision-guided munitions struck Iranian air defense systems, coastal radar installations, missile and drone capabilities, and small naval boats across multiple locations. The operation utilized U.S. fighter aircraft, naval vessels, one-way attack aerial drones, and, for the first time, one-way attack sea drones.

CENTCOM stated that the primary aim of the operation was to degrade Iran's military capabilities and ensure the continued security of one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes. "The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade. Iran does not control it," the command declared.

U.S. forces remain fully prepared to safeguard freedom of navigation for commercial shipping. CENTCOM cited Iran's "continued aggression, harassment, threats and arbitrary declarations" as the reason for its ongoing posture in the region.

“

The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade. Iran does not control it.