U.S. forces intercepted seven Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, including four headed toward the Strait of Hormuz. In response, U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites. The incident occurs as a regional conflict nears its 100-day mark.
This escalation near a critical global shipping lane heightens concerns about a wider regional conflict and potential disruption to maritime trade, particularly as a major regional conflict nears a grim milestone.
U.S. forces intercepted seven Iranian ballistic missiles and drones overnight, with some of the projectiles targeting bases in Bahrain and Kuwait and others heading toward the Strait of Hormuz. The engagements began with U.S. forces shooting down at least four Iranian one-way attack drones posing an imminent threat to maritime traffic. In response, U.S. forces conducted retaliatory strikes on Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island. Iran's foreign ministry accused the U.S. of violating a ceasefire with its actions, including bombing coastal radar facilities, and warned regional countries against allowing their territory to be used for aggressive actions against Iran. The incident occurs as a regional conflict approaches its 100-day milestone, with President Trump noting that Iran still retains a significant portion of its missile arsenal despite previous actions. Pakistan's Interior Minister has been involved in mediation efforts between the U.S. and Iran.