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The United States completed its eighth consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, intensifying a conflict that has reignited after a month-old interim ceasefire collapsed. The latest military action follows deadly attacks on U.S. forces, including the deaths of two American service members in Jordan and another in northern Iraq.
According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the latest strikes targeted Iranian coastal surveillance systems and air defense facilities to weaken Tehran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The operation also aimed to retaliate against Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following attacks on U.S. personnel in Jordan.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key route for roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments, has become a major flashpoint as both countries intensify military operations. The U.S. has increased its military presence in the Middle East, while Israeli officials said additional American refueling aircraft are expected as Washington considers expanding operations against Iran.
Iranian media reported explosions near Sirik, Shadegan, and Abadan, while Iran's Atomic Energy Organization accused the U.S. of striking the Darkhovin nuclear power plant construction site. The International Atomic Energy Agency said it is investigating the reported attack.
Iran responded with drone strikes targeting U.S. military facilities in Kuwait, including Al-Adiri Camp and Ali Al Salem Air Base. Kuwait reported another attack on a desalination plant that caused a fire, while Bahrain intercepted Iranian projectiles. Jordan said it shot down three Iranian missiles, and Israeli forces detected additional launches toward the Aqaba area.
The maritime conflict has also intensified. The U.S. continues enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran claims it is intercepting vessels violating its navigation rules in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC said four ships attempted to transit the waterway with U.S. support, with two turning back and two reportedly involved in an accident.
CENTCOM said the latest casualties raise the number of U.S. service members killed since the conflict began to 17, with more than 420 wounded. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth honored the fallen troops, saying their sacrifice strengthens America's resolve. Meanwhile, Iran's Health Ministry said recent U.S. strikes killed 50 people and injured more than 500 over the past three weeks. Diplomatic efforts continue as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Lebanese President Joseph Aoun ahead of Aoun's planned meeting with President Donald Trump to discuss Hezbollah's disarmament and regional security.
