US Strikes Iranian Missile Sites, Boats Near Strait
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United States: The US military conducted self-defense strikes in southern Iran on Monday, May 25, targeting missile launch sites and vessels attempting to lay mines near Bandar Abbas, CENTCOM said. Spokesman Tim Hawkins said the strikes destroyed two Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vessels and struck a surface-to-air missile site to protect American troops operating in the region.
The strikes prompted reports of casualties and heightened tensions this week; Iranian state media (via Fars) reported four killed and international outlets noted two boats were observed laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. The action follows an April 8 ceasefire and earlier early-May exchanges, and CENTCOM has said it will continue defending forces while exercising restraint.
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Timeline
- 1. April 8: A ceasefire between the United States and Iran began.
- 2. Early May: US forces struck Iranian facilities following alleged attacks on American ships.
- 3. Mid-May: CENTCOM reported a naval blockade redirected 100 vessels and disabled four ships.
- 4. May 25: CENTCOM said US forces conducted self-defense strikes near Bandar Abbas targeting missile sites and mine-laying boats.
- 5. May 25–26: Iranian state media (via Fars) reported four fatalities; other outlets reported mine-laying observations.
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