Breaking: US military strikes Iranian boats and missile launch sites
The US military has conducted strikes against Iranian boats and missile launch sites in southern Iran. These actions were described by US Central Command as defensive measures aimed at protecting American troops from Iranian threats. The strikes occurred amid an ongoing ceasefire, with officials emphasizing the need for restraint.
- ▪US Central Command launched strikes against Iranian targets including boats and missile sites.
- ▪The strikes were characterized as defensive actions to protect US troops.
- ▪US Navy Captain Tim Hawkins stated that the military continues to defend forces while exercising restraint during the ceasefire.
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US Central Command says it has launched strikes against Iranian boats and missile launch sitesTopic:Unrest, Conflict and WarTue 26 May 2026 at 9:22amTue 26 May 2026 at 9:22amTue 26 May 2026 at 9:22amabc.net.au/news/us-military-strikes-iranian-boats-missile-launch-sites/106721678Link copiedShareShare articleThe US military says it has carried out strikes against targets in southern Iran, including missile launch sites and boats attempting to lay mines.US Central Command described the strikes as defensive actions.In a statement, US Centcom said the strikes were designed "to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces"."US Central Command continues to defend our forces while using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire," said US Navy Captain Tim Hawkins, a Central Command…
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