US launches new strikes on Iran after escalation - Axios
The US military destroyed two Iranian IRGC vessels after an attempted seizure of an American unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. An American drone carried out a missile strike, reportedly killing most of those on board. Iranian authorities claim the vessels were fishing boats.
The US military struck two Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) vessels after their alleged attempt to seize an American unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. An American drone carried out a missile strike, reportedly killing most of those on board. Iranian authorities claim the vessels were fishing boats, and several crew members are missing. US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the seizure attempt, emphasizing that the vessel remained under US control. CENTCOM spokesman Captain Tim Hawkins stated that several Iranian small boats tried to seize the craft, but after decisive action by CENTCOM forces, the attempt failed. The incident occurred amid US efforts to secure commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, where oil flows have not reached pre-war levels. The article cites Axios.