U.S. strikes Iranian targets over Hormuz mine threat

The U.S. military conducted strikes against two Iranian rocket launchers to prevent the IRGC from deploying sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. This represents the first known American strike inside Iran since late July. President Trump emphasized a Zero Tolerance policy, stating that any vessel placing new mines will be immediately and systematically destroyed. Following the operation, the IRGC vowed severe repercussions and retaliation for the strikes, which occurred after the U.S. cleared existing mines.