West Asia war LIVE: U.S. launches strikes on Iran after attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz

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The U.S. launched a third round of strikes against Iran after an attack on a civilian vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, with explosions reported in Iranian towns Bandar Abbas and Sirik. This ongoing military engagement reflects rising tensions in the West Asia region affecting maritime security.

U.S. Central Command said a short time later that its forces began a third round of strikes against Iran. There were explosions in Bandar Abbas and Sirik, two towns along the shores of the strait, Iran state media reported.