US Military Targets Iranian Boats in Strait of Hormuz Operations
US Apache attack helicopters deployed in operation against Iranian boats: CENTCOM
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The US Central Command has destroyed six Iranian fast boats in the Strait of Hormuz, employing Apache helicopters as part of a broader military campaign named Project Freedom. This initiative aims to secure safe passage for commercial shipping amid rising tensions in the region, particularly following Iranian threats to maritime traffic.
- 01Six Iranian fast boats were destroyed by US forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
- 02Apache and Sea Hawk helicopters were deployed to neutralize threats to commercial shipping.
- 03Over 100 aircraft are mobilized under Project Freedom to secure the waterway.
- 04CENTCOM denied claims of an American warship being struck by missiles.
- 05The UAE condemned recent attacks on its oil carriers, calling for an end to hostilities.
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The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has reported the destruction of six Iranian fast boats in the Strait of Hormuz as part of its military operations aimed at ensuring safe maritime navigation. The engagement involved Apache and Sea Hawk helicopters, which targeted vessels interfering with commercial shipping. This operation is part of a larger initiative called Project Freedom, which mobilizes over 100 aircraft to secure the strait, a crucial global shipping route. CENTCOM also refuted Iranian media claims regarding an attack on a US warship, emphasizing that no American vessels have been damaged. The situation escalates amid heightened tensions, with the United Arab Emirates condemning attacks on its oil carriers and asserting violations of international resolutions. CENTCOM's efforts to restore freedom of navigation come as the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced a new maritime control zone, further complicating the regional security landscape.
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The military operations aim to secure safe passage for commercial vessels, which is critical for global oil supplies and regional stability.
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