U.S. expands military operations against Iranian targets following naval escalations

The United States military has conducted additional strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, following an attempt by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to deploy naval mines and fire ballistic missiles at two American warships. U.S. forces confirmed that all naval explosive devices in the international shipping corridor have been removed or detonated.

The confrontation escalated on September 5 when U.S. strikes hit three Iranian commercial oil tankers, directly expanding military operations into commercial maritime trade. President Donald Trump warned of potential strikes against Iranian civilian and energy infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, should attacks on regional shipping lanes continue. Analysts suggest the standoff reflects an evolution toward fifth-generation warfare, heavily reliant on uncrewed drone systems and targeted energy infrastructure.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV