The United States conducts a second day of strikes in Iran, with the U.S. military saying it hits multiple targets at President Donald Trump’s direction. U.S. Central Command says the aircraft target Iranian surveillance infrastructure, communications systems, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and minelayer capabilities at locations in and near the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes follow an earlier attack on a merchant vessel reported to have occurred early on Saturday, which the U.S. links to the decision to carry out further actions. Trump also says the U.S. has struck sites for missile and drone storage and coastal radar after Iran violates the ceasefire agreement.
The attacks come as an interim arrangement between the U.S. and Iran remains strained and efforts continue toward a potential final accord to end the conflict. Multiple outlets note concerns that the renewed escalation could worsen tensions in the Persian Gulf, including fears about risks to global oil supplies and shipping security along a key maritime route. Exact damage assessments and Iranian responses are not reflected in the provided summaries.
