U.S.-Iran military escalation targets commercial oil fleet and energy infrastructure

Following recent clashes in the Strait of Hormuz, military operations between the United States and Iran continue to reshape regional security and global energy logistics. U.S. Central Command confirmed extensive strikes against Iranian targets, citing responses to naval mine-laying attempts and ballistic missile launches directed at American warships. In parallel, U.S. forces targeted three Iranian commercial oil tankers, marking an expansion of direct military action into merchant shipping networks.

U.S. President Donald Trump warned of further severe measures against Iranian infrastructure, stating that "very little will be left of Iran" if attacks persist. Analysts highlight that the conflict represents a shift toward energy-centered warfare, where drone technology and strategic targeting of civilian energy corridors play a central role.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV