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CENTCOM completes round of strikes on Iran as IRGC fires on tankers in Strait of Hormuz

US issues 'worldwide caution' to citizens amid rising tensions with Iran • Iran claims it targeted US missile systems in Kuwait • IRGC says it blew up two vessels in Hormuz

A munition is launched from a U.S. warship at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 18, 2026.
Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this still image taken from a handout video released on July 19, 2026.

US CENTCOM completes fresh round of strikes on Iran after explosions sound in country's south

US and Israeli soldiers convene at the Civil Military Coordination Center, overseeing the implementation of President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza, in Kiryat Gat, southern Israel, November 17, 2025

Dozens of US soldiers wounded by Iran in Jordan, helicopters struck unmentioned by CENTCOM - report

Explosions seen over Eilat t as sirens sound in Jordan's Aqaba following Iranian missile launch on July 19, 2026.

Explosions heard near Eilat as Iranian missiles launched towards Jordan


US completes new wave of strikes against Iranian targets, CENTCOM announces

The US fired strikes at Iran again, aiming to incapacitate some of the military forces used to attack the Strait of Hormuz.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 18, 2026

Trump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed

In the letter, the US president described the Memorandum of Understanding as having been violated by Iran following its attacks on commercial vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump signs an executive order related to Utah protected lands in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 13, 2026.

One killed as Iran strikes UAE, UK tankers in Strait of Hormuz, targets US base in Jordan

The UAE Defense Ministry said the country retained its full right to respond and take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and security.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 18, 2026

Oil prices surge more than 3% as US-Iran strikes fuel Hormuz fear

"The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade. Iran does not control it," CENTCOM said following its strikes on dozens of Iranian targets.

US and Iranian flags, 3D printed oil barrels and rising stock graph are seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026.

CENTCOM completes wave of Iran strikes following Trump's vow to 'hit Iran hard'

"During the five-hour mission, CENTCOM forces employed precision munitions against Iranian coastal defense systems, missile and drone sites, and maritime capabilities," it announced.

US President Donald Trump walks to board Air Force One as he departs Bismarck Municipal Airport on July 01, 2026; illustrative

Renewed US blockade on Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz closer pushes region closer to open war

Initially, the US undertook limited targeted counterstrikes at Iranian assets around Hormuz to convince Iran to back down.

Commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM) Navy Adm. Brad Cooper testifies during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill on May 14, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Iran war gives US opportunity to test new combat systems on modern battlefield - analysis

At sea, drones are an obvious choice for navies, offering a quick way to pivot to the new maritime battlefield.

Two US Navy Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) drone boats navigate during the NATO exercise BALTOPS 26 on June 15, 2026 off the coast of Gdynia, Poland; Illustrative.

US uses one‑way attack sea drones against Iran for first time, CENTCOM says

CENTCOM says US forces struck Iranian air defenses, radars and boats using one‑way sea drones, marking their first deployment in the war.

Saronic's Corsair USV is described as “capable of operating at ranges over 1,000 nautical miles and can support 1,000-pound payloads."

Explosions heard around Iran's Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island in Strait of Hormuz - report

The reported explosions came hours after US Central Command announced that American forces had completed a wave of strikes against Iran in the early morning hours of Monday.

A ship in the Strait of Hormuz, June 2026

Iran will not fulfill its MoU commitments unless US does, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson says

Baghaei added that US pressure has hindered Iran's efforts to reach an agreement with Oman on a joint mechanism to operate the Strait of Hormuz.

A projectile is fired during what the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said was a third round of strikes this week against Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 11, 2026.