U.S. Warships Transiting Hormuz Report Self-Defense Strikes After Iranian Attacks
TL;DR
CENTCOM says three U.S. Navy destroyers passed through the Strait of Hormuz on May 7 without damage after Iranian missiles, drones and boats attacked; the U.S. responded with self-defense strikes against Iranian launch sites and related targets, eliminating inbound threats while signaling no intent to escalate as forces remain ready to protect personnel.
- CENTCOM Protects U.S. Warships Transiting Strait of Hormuz > U.S. Central Command > Press Release View centcom.mil
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