US targets Iranian tankers near Strait of Hormuz following naval clashes

U.S. forces struck Iranian military targets and oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as Donald Trump warned Tehran against further strikes on shipping infrastructure.
U.S. Central Command has launched a series of military strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz following Iranian attempts to deploy naval mines and launch ballistic missiles at U.S. warships. The American operations directly targeted three Iranian commercial oil tankers, marking a significant escalation into commercial shipping corridors.
In response to the hostilities, U.S. President Donald Trump warned Tehran that "very little will be left of Iran" if attacks persist. Analysts highlight that the conflict reflects an evolution toward energy warfare, characterized by drone strikes and military action aimed at maritime energy infrastructure and commercial transport networks.
Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV
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