Iran Blames U.S. Strikes as Tankers Hit Mines in Strait of Hormuz

The United States carried out another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, targeting multiple sites linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) across the country. In response, Iran announced that two oil tankers struck naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route. Tehran said the attacks on regional targets were retaliation for the U.S. military action. The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway through which a significant portion of the world’s oil passes. The use of naval mines there raises risks for global energy supplies and maritime traffic. The U.S. strikes are part of an ongoing campaign against Iranian military forces. The IRGC is a branch of Iran’s armed forces that the U.S. has designated as a terrorist organization. No further details were immediately available on the extent of damage to the tankers or the precise locations of the U.S. strikes. Both sides continue to exchange threats, increasing tensions in the region.