US forces have launched new strikes on Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz, citing a threat to international shipping. The strikes, part of Operation Epic Fury, targeted hardened Iranian missile positions along the coastline. This escalation underscores the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz in US military operations.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported using powerful munitions against the Iranian missile sites, aiming to neutralize the risk posed to international shipping in the strait. The ongoing operation has seen US Navy aviators conducting numerous combat flights to maintain air dominance in the region.
Since the start of Operation Epic Fury on February 28, over 7,000 targets have been hit as part of efforts to dismantle perceived threats from the Iranian regime. More than 100 Iranian vessels have been damaged or destroyed, with US forces carrying out thousands of combat flights across various military targets.
The operation has utilized a wide array of US military assets, including bombers, fighter jets, surveillance aircraft, and naval deployments. Land-based systems like missile defenses and counter-drone capabilities have also been employed. The focus on anti-ship missile sites reflects concerns over the security of the vital Strait of Hormuz.
