US and Iranian Forces Exchange Fire in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz towards the Gulf of Oman were targeted by a large-scale Iranian missile, drone, and small boat attack. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that its forces successfully intercepted the unprovoked threats. In retaliation, the U.S. military conducted self-defense strikes against Iranian missile and drone launch sites. The incident occurred despite an existing ceasefire, which both sides accused the other of violating.