The United States has intensified its airstrikes against Iran, targeting bridges and a key port tower in Hormozgan province as part of a broader campaign to pressure Tehran over its control of the Strait of Hormuz.The attacks, which killed at least seven people, mark the sixth consecutive night of U.S.military strikes.Iranian state media reported casualties, while U.S.officials claimed the strikes disrupted Iranian infrastructure critical to its naval operations.Meanwhile, Iran retaliated with missile attacks on U.S.-allied nations like Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, further escalating tensions.The conflict has disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade route, with cargo volumes dropping by a quarter.U.S.forces have also imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, redirecting commercial vessels to avoid Iranian oil exports.Analysts warn that the ongoing clashes risk destabilizing global energy markets, as oil prices fluctuate due to the strait’s strategic importance.The situation highlights the deepening geopolitical rift between the U.S.and Iran, with both sides using military force to assert dominance over critical maritime routes.