US strikes Iranian tankers and military targets near Strait of Hormuz

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Posted Sep 29, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-29-2000
US strikes Iranian tankers and military targets near Strait of Hormuz
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U.S. forces struck Iranian military targets and commercial tankers near the Strait of Hormuz following sea mine deployments and missile attacks on warships.

U.S. military forces executed extensive strikes against Iranian military positions and three commercial oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz following Iranian missile attacks against two American warships and attempts to deploy sea mines. According to U.S. Central Command, all sea mines in the vital maritime corridor have been neutralized.

The confrontation signifies an expansion into energy warfare directly impacting international commercial shipping fleets. The military actions follow direct warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened that further disruption to maritime commerce would prompt strikes against Iran's power grid and domestic energy infrastructure. Observers note that targeting critical infrastructure marks an evolving doctrine in modern conflict, blending high-tech warfare with economic pressure.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV

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