US CENTCOM Steps Up Iran Strikes as Analysts Warn Tehran Could Extend Shipping Threats to Red Sea

JERUSALEM, Israel – The United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iran early on Wednesday, hitting dozens of military targets during a seven-hour operation after reimposing a blockade on Iranian ports.

U.S. CENTCOM indicated that the strikes targeted missile and drone sites, naval capabilities, and coastal defense systems after Iran attacked commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper, “Iran has intentionally targeted civilians across the region by attacking seven commercial ships.