The United States has launched a new wave of military strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of military objectives including logistical infrastructure and maritime capabilities.
The operation marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, following recent Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
According to US Central Command, the strikes were designed to degrade Iran's military capacity.
The campaign follows a pattern of intensifying hostilities, with previous operations involving the deployment of new weapons systems and extensive airstrikes on missile and drone launch facilities.
Iran has responded to the US campaign with offensive actions in neighboring Gulf states, including Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
The escalation raises immediate concerns for global energy markets and shipping routes.