The United States conducted a 90-minute airstrike campaign targeting Iranian military defenses on Greater Tunb Island, a strategic location within the Strait of Hormuz.
The operation marks a direct escalation in the region, focusing on a narrow passage that handles a significant portion of global oil flows.
This development follows earlier U.S. strikes on installations on Qeshm, Iran’s largest island, signaling a sustained military posture aimed at securing maritime routes.
The strikes intensify existing risks for shipping and energy markets.
Recent reports indicate that Iranian forces have targeted commercial tankers with cruise missiles, creating a volatile environment for transit through the strait.
The simultaneous military action and threats to commercial vessels underscore the fragility of supply chains dependent on this corridor.