U.S. strikes hit bridges in Iran, collapse tower at key port
The United States has intensified its military campaign against Iran, targeting critical infrastructure including bridges and ports to pressure Tehran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has retaliated with missile strikes against U.S.-allied nations in the Middle East, signaling a collapse of the recent ceasefire.
Why it matters
The escalation threatens global oil supplies and risks a broader regional conflict involving multiple Middle Eastern nations.
The United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges, energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port, part of U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to start striking infrastructure to pressure Tehran to ease its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
The article reports on military actions from both sides, citing official statements from both the U.S. and Iran without adopting a clear partisan stance.
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