The United States conducted military strikes against Iran in response to alleged attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route for global oil trade.

The US military claimed to have targeted 80 Iranian military sites, including air defense systems, command centers, and anti-ship missile capabilities, aiming to disrupt Iran's ability to threaten international commerce.Over 60 vessels associated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps were also hit.This follows reports that Iran attacked three oil tankers in the strait, prompting the US to accuse Tehran of violating a ceasefire agreement.Iran retaliated by claiming it targeted 85 US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait.The conflict has significant implications for global energy markets, with Brent crude prices rising 2.6% after the strikes.Qatar condemned the attacks as a violation of international law, emphasizing the threat to maritime security.

The incident occurs amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran to reach a final peace deal, following an interim agreement to reopen the strait for commercial traffic.The situation highlights the fragile balance between military posturing and diplomatic negotiations in the region.