US launches more strikes on Iran as state media reports explosions
US forces have resumed military strikes against Iranian targets, specifically the IRGC, following attempted attacks on commercial shipping and US personnel. President Trump has warned of further, more severe consequences if Iran chooses to retaliate.
Why it matters
This escalation marks a significant increase in geopolitical tension in the Middle East, threatening regional stability and global shipping routes.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, Vessels were visible across the Strait of Hormuz from Oman this week
American forces resumed strikes against Iran on Tuesday, US Central Command said in a statement.
It accused the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of "recent attempted attacks" against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and "American service members deployed to the region".
Centcom said US forces began striking IRGC targets at 12:00 ET (16:00 GMT). Iran state media reported the country's deputy governor for security as saying four projectiles had hit the counties of Chabahar and Konarak.
The IRGC said the US would regret the strikes, as US President Donald Trump warned that Iran would be hit again at "a much harder and higher level" if it retaliated.
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