US Launches New Airstrikes on Iran, Says Operations Ordered by President Trump
Washington/Tehran:The United States has launched a new wave of airstrikes against Iran, with US Central Command (CENTCOM) saying the operations were carried out under the direction of President Donald Trump.
In a statement, CENTCOM said the strikes are intended to safeguard international commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, further degrade Iran’s military capabilities, and respond to the recent attack that killed US troops in Jordan.
The US military has not disclosed the specific locations targeted or provided details on the extent of the damage caused by the strikes.
Meanwhile, Iranian media claimed that US warplanes carried out attacks on multiple targets near Sirik and Hajiabad in southern Iran. Iranian authorities have not yet released official details regarding the reported strikes.
Russian media also reported that President Trump ordered the Pentagon to undertake a major military response against Iran following the deaths of two American soldiers in Jordan.
According to the reports, Trump described the deaths of the US service members as tragic and reiterated that the United States would not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also said the loss of American troops had strengthened the country’s resolve and that the United States would take all necessary measures to protect its personnel and national interests.
**Note:** Information regarding the locations, objectives, and impact of the strikes is based on official US statements and reports from Iranian and Russian media. Some claims have not been independently verified.
