US military targets Iranian oil fleet following escalating attacks near Hormuz

Following Iranian ballistic missile launches at two U.S. warships and an attempted naval mining operation, the U.S. military executed strikes against three Iranian oil tankers and strategic positions near the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command confirmed maritime shipping lanes have since been cleared of naval mines.

The operations mark an escalation into commercial shipping targets and energy warfare. U.S. President Donald Trump warned that further attacks on maritime trade could trigger strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure, stating "very little will remain of Iran" if persistent threats continue. Analysts highlight that the deployment of drone technology and pressure on energy routes reflect a shift toward fifth-generation warfare.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV