US hits Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz after mine-laying attempt

US Central Command executed a series of large-scale military strikes against Iranian positions near the Strait of Hormuz following an attempt by Iranian forces to deploy naval mines in the waterway. US military officials confirmed all detected mines were neutralized or removed.

The offensive follows a 5 September action where American forces hit three Iranian oil tankers in response to ballistic missiles fired by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps at two US warships. US President Donald Trump issued further warnings, threatening strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, if attacks against commercial tankers persist. Media analyses indicate the conflict is evolving into a new phase defined by drone technology, energy infrastructure targeting, and fifth-generation warfare tactics.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV