US forces strike Iranian military targets for 13th consecutive night

United States forces executed a 13th consecutive night of airstrikes against military targets in Iran, striking command centers, drone storage facilities, and coastal surveillance posts. US Central Command stated the operation seeks to hold Tehran accountable and protect commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, where vessel traffic has dropped dramatically. Iranian outlets reported four fatalities and a missile strike near Qeshm Island.

In response to maritime disruptions, US President Donald Trump declared that Washington will use US-controlled Iranian funds to cover "all damages to ships" and freight. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the policy on social media, warning that asset confiscations set a highly dangerous precedent. Meanwhile, Kuwait reported drone attacks on a border station along its frontier with Iraq.

Sources: Der Standard, ORF, Tagesschau.