The United States military has carried out airstrikes on Iran’s coastal defense systems and missile and drone bases, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). The operation lasted nearly five hours and targeted military sites in Bushehr, Chabahar, Jask, Konarak, Abu Musa, and Bandar Abbas. CENTCOM stated that precision-guided weapons were used to strike Iran’s coastal defense, missile, drone, and naval capabilities.

The US military said the strikes aimed to weaken Iran’s ability to attack commercial vessels. CENTCOM also reported that more than 50,000 American troops are currently deployed across the Middle East. The statement did not mention any casualties or immediate Iranian response.

The attacks mark the latest escalation in US-Iran tensions, with Washington emphasizing the protection of maritime routes and regional stability. Further developments or retaliatory actions were not detailed in the report.