US strikes Iranian targets after merchant ships attacked near Oman
US forces carried out strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday following attacks on three merchant vessels in waters off Oman. The ship attacks involved projectiles hitting the tankers in the region near the Strait of Hormuz. Washington accused Iran of violating a truce, prompting the military response. Hours before the strikes, the US had also revoked a license that had permitted Iranian oil sales. Iran responded by stating it would take whatever steps were necessary to protect its national security.
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