The U.S. military has conducted strikes against Iran for seven consecutive days in a bid to reduce Tehran’s military capacity, according to officials. U.S. Central Command reported that these strikes began at 3 p.m. EDT, aiming to target various locations across Iran.

One notable attack occurred on the southern coast of Iran, hitting key bridges near Bandar Abbas, a vital port city. Additional strikes targeted energy sites and bridges early Friday morning. In response, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched retaliatory attacks on U.S. bases in the Gulf region, including locations in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The IRGC claimed responsibility for an attack on a U.S. command center at the al-Tanf garrison base in Syria, a claim that U.S. Central Command contested.

Beyond direct confrontations, Iran extended its aggression towards Persian Gulf allies, targeting countries such as Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait with drones and missiles. The U.S. Navy has maintained enforcement of a naval blockade, boarding sanctioned vessels like the M/T Wen Yao.

President Trump declared success in these operations against Iran, promising imminent results for the American public.

In related policy matters, a panel of federal judges upheld the Pentagon’s policy requiring journalist escorts within its building. This decision supported the Department of Defense’s stance, overturning a previous ruling. The Navy addressed concerns about a Blue Angels flyover incident, confirming no disciplinary actions would follow an investigation.

Upcoming events include a virtual discussion by the Center for Strategic and International Studies regarding U.S. Indo-Pacific engagement, featuring Senator Tammy Duckworth.