US Military Strikes Five Iranian Oil Tankers Amid Escalating Tensions
The US Central Command released footage on Tuesday showing its forces striking five Iranian crude oil tankers. The command said the strikes followed two attempted ballistic missile attacks on a US Navy warship, and that the tanker crews were directed to abandon the vessels beforehand.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it retaliated by targeting a US base in Jordan, but no casualties were reported after 18 of 20 missiles were intercepted. The strikes occurred near Jask and Kharg Island, according to Iranian state media. No further information was provided on the extent of damage or losses.
The incident marks the latest escalation in tensions between the US and Iran. While details are still emerging, it's clear that both sides have taken significant actions in response to each other's alleged aggression.