The United States launched a military strike against Iran and reimposed sanctions following a series of attacks on oil tankers.
The operation began hours after the U.S. Treasury revoked a waiver that had permitted global sales of Iranian oil.
The administration characterized the move as a direct response to the tanker assaults, which targeted commercial shipping routes.
Officials stated the strikes were intended to degrade Iran’s ability to carry out further maritime attacks.
The reimposed sanctions aim to cut off revenue streams that fund Iran’s military activities.
Analysts noted the decision escalates tensions between the two nations, which have been high for months.
The tanker attacks disrupted global oil supplies and drew condemnation from international shipping groups.
The U.S. government did not disclose the full scope of the military operation or the exact targets struck.
Iran has not yet issued an official response to the strikes or the renewed sanctions.
The actions represent a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy toward a more aggressive posture in the region.
