Overview
- U.S. Central Command said it completed a wave of strikes on Tuesday that hit IRGC air‑defense sites, radar, maritime assets, mine‑laying capabilities and communications near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases and regional targets, with Jordan reporting it intercepted 10 of 13 ballistic missiles and other air defenses reporting multiple interceptions.
- Iranian authorities and the Iranian Red Crescent reported civilian deaths and dozens wounded after a strike on a home hosting a wedding in Sirik/Kuhestak while U.S. officials say they do not target civilians and CENTCOM is assessing casualty reports.
- Commercial traffic through the Strait has fallen sharply and oil prices have risen, with preliminary ship‑tracking data showing only a handful of daily transits and energy markets reacting to the disruption.
- President Donald Trump warned of larger follow‑on strikes if Iran continues to retaliate while Washington pairs military action with stepped‑up sanctions and the U.N. urged restraint to avoid further humanitarian and regional damage.