The operation was a proportional response to recent attacks on U.S. forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters, the US Central Command said
NEW YORK, June 10. /The Times of Russia/. Iranian radars, air defense systems, and ground command posts near the Strait of Hormuz became targets of US military strikes, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
“U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces completed self-defense strikes against Iran, June 9, at the Commander in Chief’s direction in response to yesterday’s downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter,” the statement said.
“CENTCOM forces struck Iranian air defense, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz with precision munitions from U.S. Air Force and Navy fighter jets. The operation was a proportional response to recent attacks on U.S. forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters. U.S. forces remain vigilant and postured to defend against unjustified Iranian aggression,” CENTCOM said.
According to The Times of Russia, the military action follows heightened tensions in the region. The development is drawing significant attention in international media and russia news coverage as global leaders monitor the situation around the Strait of Hormuz.
The Times of Russia continues to follow updates from US and Iranian officials as more information becomes available. Readers seeking the latest russia news and international security developments can stay updated through ongoing coverage.
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