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US Central Command shares airstrike footage as military hits Iranian targets
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US Central Command shares airstrike footage as military hits Iranian targets

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The US Central Command released video of airstrikes on Iranian military targets in response to a drone attack on a commercial vessel.
  • US forces struck Iranian missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar installations, accusing Tehran of violating a recent ceasefire.
  • The strikes aim to deter further attacks on international shipping and uphold freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released video footage depicting American airstrikes against Iranian military infrastructure. These strikes were a direct response to Iran's alleged attack on a commercial cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz using a one-way attack drone.

The unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces clearly violated the ceasefire.

โ€” CENTCOMCENTCOM's statement explaining the justification for the US airstrikes.

CENTCOM stated that the precision strikes targeted Iranian missile and drone storage facilities, as well as coastal radar installations. The command accused Iran of violating a recently agreed-upon ceasefire, asserting that the "unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping" threatened a vital international trade route and undermined freedom of navigation.

The footage was released shortly after the US military confirmed the retaliatory actions. CENTCOM emphasized its commitment to coordinating and supporting the safe passage of commercial vessels through the strategic waterway, which is crucial for global oil shipments. The command affirmed that US forces remain vigilant to ensure adherence to the agreement with Iran.

Furthermore, Iran's dangerous behavior undermined freedom of navigation as commerce increasingly flows through the vital international trade corridor.

โ€” CENTCOMCENTCOM's statement detailing the impact of Iran's actions on maritime trade.

These actions occur amid heightened tensions in the Gulf. Washington has signaled its readiness to respond militarily to any further attacks on international shipping or breaches of the ceasefire. Regional and international forces are closely monitoring the situation in the Strait of Hormuz to prevent any escalation.

The US military remains present and vigilant to ensure all aspects of the agreement with Iran are adhered to, obeyed, and in full force and effect.

โ€” CENTCOMCENTCOM's assurance of continued monitoring and enforcement of the agreement with Iran.
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Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.