CENTCOM strikes Iran again as Trump warns of harsher response to Tehran's retaliation

The U.S. Central Command said it completed a new wave of strikes against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran, targeting air defense sites, radars, maritime assets, mine-laying capabilities, and communications facilities. Iran retaliated with attacks on U.S. assets across Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq, in a bid to escalate the confrontation as global energy prices rose and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz intensified. Reports from Sirik indicate a wedding celebration was struck, with Iranian officials claiming more than 50 people were killed or injured in the attack, a casualty figure disputed by some sources. CENTCOM described the strikes as a response to Iranian attempts against commercial shipping and American forces, signaling a cycle of retaliation on both sides. President Donald Trump warned of harsher action if Iran retaliates and maintained a hard line, while also signaling support for credible pressure and sanctions. The episode marks a significant escalation that could affect regional stability and global energy markets as both sides exchange strikes.