The United States carried out fresh air strikes on Iranian targets on Tuesday, in a move that could further inflame a six-month-old standoff that has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and pushed up global oil prices.

The strikes came after an exchange of fire over the weekend—the first since July—and after two tankers were hit on Monday. The Strait of Hormuz is the key sea route for international crude supplies, and Iran has effectively restricted shipping there.

Brent crude futures, which were already higher earlier in the day, rose again following reports of the new strikes, according to market data.

US Central Command Says It Targets IRGC Sites

The US Central Command said its forces began striking Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets in Iran at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time (1600 GMT). It said the attacks followed what it described as attempted attacks by the IRGC on commercial shipping in the strait and on American service members in the region.

Iranian state media said explosions were reported on Qeshm Island, on the northern side of the strait. Nour News reported further blasts near ports including Bandar Abbas and Chabahar on the southern coast. IRNA and other state outlets also reported explosions near Jask and Sirik, and said US forces attacked a civilian airport in Jiroft in southern Iran.

A US embassy in Qatar urged Americans in the region to exercise “heightened vigilance”, adding that there could be flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruption.

Tehran Rejects Threats, Warns Oil Exports Will Stop

Tehran warned it would not allow oil exports from the Gulf. It has rejected US threats of further strikes, even as President Donald Trump said on social media that retaliation would be met with new attacks at a “harder and higher” level.

The US administration also signalled a potential new wave of economic pressure. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned last week that Washington would significantly escalate sanctions on countries that do business with Iran, although the United States has not set out details.

Iran has faced heavy sanctions for decades, and officials have not shown signs of backing away from their position despite repeated US threats.

Scale Of Latest Hostilities Unclear

The scope and duration of the latest phase of fighting remained unclear. Iranian state-linked outlets cited an IRGC-linked spokesperson warning that the US would “regret” the new attacks.

The conflict has shifted between armed exchanges and diplomatic and economic pressure. It began escalating on February 28 after US and Israeli strikes, and has since killed thousands in Iran and Lebanon, according to the memorandum framework described by both sides.

Before Tuesday’s strikes, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said at a regional summit in Kyrgyzstan that Tehran would respond immediately if Washington met its commitments under a June Memorandum of Understanding intended to halt the fighting. The MOU ended active hostilities but postponed difficult issues and opened a 60-day negotiation period, which ended without agreement. Since then, Iranian officials have not publicly indicated any willingness to concede.

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf was quoted by Iranian media as saying that if others wanted Iran not to export oil from the Persian Gulf, “no one” would be able to do so. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei told a press conference in Tehran that Washington was “addicted to making excessive demands” and had mistaken negotiations for imposing terms.

Analysts said the ongoing tit-for-tat missile exchanges have reinforced concerns that, even without a wider “forever war”, the conflict could continue for some time.

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The idiocy is going on = making America proud (or not)

Time finish off the IRGC . They’ll never negotiate anything.

Never have , never will.

Pete this war is not working, Bibi you told me it was only going to take 2 weeks, what's going on here, and why aren't the Iranians capitulation?

I must drop more bombs Pete that would be a lot of fun, and it would solve the problem, and it would prove that we are both really big men.

I think Trump should just admit that he's completely lost control of the plot and perhaps he should get some counseling and realize that no amount of bombing is going to solve this thing, and without boots on the ground this war will never be won by America.

America needs to surrender and Trump needs to just receive a huge omelette on his face. No matter how this thing turns out the US will be in a worse position than they were before this War started.

Disaster Don. The dunce can always be counted on to not have a plan B. Woe is America.

IIRC insanity is defined as doing the same thing repeatedly, and expecting a different result.

Iran will keep Trump twisting in the wind, as they did with Carter.

Both sides have zero trust in the other. In that climate, negotiations are futile.

9 minutes ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Time finish off the IRGC . They’ll never negotiate anything.

Never have , never will.

With what? American munitions are reportedly so depleted if China decides to invade Taiwan, the American military may not be able to prevent it.

Meanwhile, Trump is trading oil stocks illegally on his inside information. I'd like to know when the bombing would happen, too. I could bet on oil and get rich, too. What a scumbag.

22 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

With what? American munitions are reportedly so depleted if China decides to invade Taiwan, the American military may not be able to prevent it.

Munitions depleted? Was unaware you’ve been promoted to 5th Fleet. Congratulations Admiral!

Why deflecting into China now? Are you worried after Taiwan down under could be next? Don’t worry, we’ll have your six.

Regardless, I’m a bit disappointed that Trump hasn’t finished them off yet. He’s being too nice.

1 hour ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Time finish off the IRGC . They’ll never negotiate anything.

Never have , never will.

Great. Continue the unwinnable war. AAA national average today at $4.0954. That will help the GOP in the mid-terms☺️. To rub salt, Biden left office and handed Trump gas price at $3.00. Bunch of lunatics running the White House.

5 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Great. Continue the unwinnable war. AAA national average today at $4.0954. That will help the GOP in the mid-terms☺️. To rub salt, Biden left office and handed Trump gas price at $3.00. Bunch of lunatics running the White House.

Oh, it’s definitely winnable! Trump just has to use the full might of the greatest military in the world. The U.S. military!!

I say again, no one can compete with the U.S. I know it, you know it. Being a lefty you’ll never admit to it even though deep down you know it’s true .

Trump’s being too nice.

Iran controls the skies

Iran controls the seas

Donnie controls the chicken

Or the beef 😄

21 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Great. Continue the unwinnable war. AAA national average today at $4.0954. That will help the GOP in the mid-terms☺️. To rub salt, Biden left office and handed Trump gas price at $3.00. Bunch of lunatics running the White House.

You’re so delusional. Not worth a reply.

2 minutes ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Oh, it’s definitely winnable! Trump just has to use the full might of the greatest military in the world. The U.S. military!!

I say again, no one can compete with the U.S. I know it, you know it. Being a lefty you’ll never admit to it even though deep down you know it’s true .

Trump’s being too nice.

It is definitely not winnable.

Vietnam and Afghanistan both wars had troops on the ground and still not winnable. Troops will never survive on the ground in Iran and this tit for tat aggression by both sides is not going anywhere.

If you think otherwise you are delusional.

1 hour ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Munitions depleted? Was unaware you’ve been promoted to 5th Fleet. Congratulations Admiral!

Why deflecting into China now? Are you worried after Taiwan down under could be next? Don’t worry, we’ll have your six.

Regardless, I’m a bit disappointed that Trump hasn’t finished them off yet. He’s being too nice.

Some , especially not US citizens, have no idea just how much armament the US has, which is something they aren't going to tell all about for obvious reasons. Negotiations are always the best route, but yes , some aren't willing and the only resort is to make sure they can't fire back anymore.

1 hour ago, Lacessit said:

With what? American munitions are reportedly so depleted if China decides to invade Taiwan, the American military may not be able to prevent it.

It is clear that economic sanctions will not win this war. If that were a good strategy it would have been used at the outset. Everyone knows sanctions take a long time to take effect. This use of sanctions is desperation, clearly.

This war against Iran has been a terrible mistake by Trump. Sure, he was cajoled into it by Israel, but he should have seen through this. Perhaps the US military will destroy Iran's civilian and military infrastructure. That is not going to stop them from rebuilding.

8 minutes ago, couchpotato said:

It is definitely not winnable.

Vietnam and Afghanistan both wars had troops on the ground and still not winnable. Troops will never survive on the ground in Iran and this tit for tat aggression by both sides is not going anywhere.

If you think otherwise you are delusional.

All the wars were winnable military wise. All objectives not is why they pulled out. Vietnam should never have happened, but we could have destroyed much more if that was the intention. The same here and everywhere. No one has any real idea just what the US has stored behind closed doors, which is a good thing. Troops going in means a lot of lives lost, especially Iran's, as they have no Air Force to back them. It might not be winnable as far as all objectives again, which is why Iran needs to think of it's people and neighbors, which they haven't been for a very long time.

2 hours ago, LALes said:

Meanwhile, Trump is trading oil stocks illegally on his inside information. I'd like to know when the bombing would happen, too. I could bet on oil and get rich, too. What a scumbag.

You could know. Only $100,000 per month on (un) truth social.

2 hours ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Time finish off the IRGC . They’ll never negotiate anything.

Never have , never will.

They tried it a few times and failed. Who’d in their right mind would negotiate with USA following attacks during negotiations.

33 minutes ago, fredwiggy said:

Some , especially not US citizens, have no idea just how much armament the US has, which is something they aren't going to tell all about for obvious reasons. Negotiations are always the best route, but yes , some aren't willing and the only resort is to make sure they can't fire back anymore.

Well said! But then look who I was dealing with!

The first Australian promoted to the U.S. 5th Fleet

His resume is unprecedented. Just ask him.

1 hour ago, mikeymike100 said:

Absolutely, I am sure most folks don't have time to answer/explain every post they disagree with!

I am assuming that's why it's there!

Most folks are too lazy to post any worthwhile rebuttals. It's just a habit with them.

Multiple troll posts removed @HolmesEquivelant rule 9. You will not post disruptive or inflammatory messages. You will respect other members and post in a civil manner. Personal attacks, insults or hate speech posted on the forum or sent by private message are not allowed.

2 hours ago, HolmesEquivelant said:

Munitions depleted? Was unaware you’ve been promoted to 5th Fleet. Congratulations Admiral!

Why deflecting into China now? Are you worried after Taiwan down under could be next? Don’t worry, we’ll have your six.

Regardless, I’m a bit disappointed that Trump hasn’t finished them off yet. He’s being too nice.

Trump knows if he puts boots on the ground, it's game over. Nothing to do with nice.

1 hour ago, fredwiggy said:

Some , especially not US citizens, have no idea just how much armament the US has, which is something they aren't going to tell all about for obvious reasons. Negotiations are always the best route, but yes , some aren't willing and the only resort is to make sure they can't fire back anymore.

Severe ammunition shortages according to reports from the Pentagon. Particularly high-end interceptors and long range missiles are critically low. Trump and Hegseth nevertheless lied that ammunition not a problem.

1 minute ago, Eric Loh said:

Severe ammunition shortages according to reports from the Pentagon. Particularly high-end interceptors and long range missiles are critically low. Trump and Hegseth nevertheless lied that ammunition not a problem.

No one knows what the US has unless you have inside information and it won't come out anyway for obvious reasons.

2 minutes ago, fredwiggy said:

No one knows what the US has unless you have inside information and it won't come out anyway for obvious reasons.

Read again. The information from Pentagon.

4 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Read again. The information from Pentagon.

The US military will never tell anyone in public exactly what they have in store as far as munitions, including new weapons.

More off topic posts removed @HolmesEquivelant discuss the topic without your constant attempts to bait and troll other posters.

17 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Severe ammunition shortages according to reports from the Pentagon. Particularly high-end interceptors and long range missiles are critically low. Trump and Hegseth nevertheless lied that ammunition not a problem.

You work at the Pentagon now?

5 minutes ago, fredwiggy said:

The US military will never tell anyone in public exactly what they have in store as far as munitions, including new weapons.

Just remember. We’re dealing with civilians here.

Clueless.

2 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

Sorry, was there a question in there?

Ah, was it butthurt about somewhere havig the temerity to click on "disagree"? If so man up, Harris.

I see no question mark. Do you?

Harris? Who is he?

You and quite frankly others appear to be obsessed with these fantasy men.

Edited Wednesday at 05:21 AM3 days by HolmesEquivelant