US strikes Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz following naval escalations

U.S. Central Command executed military strikes against Iranian positions and three oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz following ballistic missile launches at American warships and a naval mining attempt. U.S. forces confirmed that maritime shipping lanes have since been cleared of mines.

The escalation marks an expansion of combat operations into commercial maritime targets. U.S. President Donald Trump warned that continued threats to shipping could lead to strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure, stating "very little will remain of Iran" if persistent attacks continue. Media analysis highlights that the integration of drone technology and attacks on energy trade reflect a transition toward fifth-generation warfare focused on strategic resources.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV