Summary
President Trump announced that the U.S. military has destroyed nine Iranian warships and plans to destroy more. This action is in response to Iran's attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global oil supply.
Key Facts
- President Trump stated that the U.S. military has destroyed nine Iranian naval ships.
- The U.S. is targeting Iran's ability to close the Strait of Hormuz.
- About 20% of the world’s oil supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
- An Iranian military unit, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, claimed responsibility for attacks on commercial ships.
- U.S. Central Command confirmed sinking an Iranian warship in southern Iran.
- Some commercial shipping in the area has been disrupted, but a few ships still pass through the strait.
