U.S. Central Command announced Wednesday that American forces began a new round of strikes against Iranian military targets at 5:30 p.m. ET, acting at the direct direction of the Commander in Chief.

The latest operation aims to further degrade Iran’s ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels in regional waters, particularly around the critical Strait of Hormuz.

This escalation continues a sustained series of U.S. actions against the regime following repeated Iranian attacks on international shipping. With each wave of strikes, American forces are methodically targeting infrastructure that enables Tehran’s aggression.

The Iranian regime’s provocations have already disrupted global energy flows and raised risks for innocent civilians and mariners.

By maintaining consistent pressure, the United States is working to restore security to this vital international waterway and deter further destabilizing behavior.