The US military has conducted new strikes in Iran, reportedly targeting a military site in Bandar Abbas near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strikes occurred early Thursday morning, resulting in the destruction of an Iranian ground control station and the downing of four drones. A US official stated that these actions were defensive, aimed at maintaining a ceasefire. President Donald Trump reiterated the US commitment to keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, a crucial waterway for global oil transit. Following the strikes, oil prices rebounded, with Brent crude rising nearly 2% to $96.13 per barrel. The ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, have yet to yield significant progress, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear program and the status of the Strait of Hormuz. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the strait must remain open, while tensions persist between Iran and Israel, particularly concerning Hezbollah's involvement in regional conflicts.