U.S. Forces Target Five Iranian Tankers After Navy Warship Incidents

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that American forces targeted five Iranian tankers. These actions took place following attempted attacks on a U.S. Navy warship.

The incidents represent the latest in a series of exchanges between Washington and Tehran. These exchanges have unfolded during more than six months of conflict.

Further details regarding the specific nature of the attempted attacks on the Navy warship were not immediately available. CENTCOM also did not provide information on the locations of the tanker strikes or the methods used.