Trump confirms US strikes on Iran after violating the ceasefire
President Donald Trump confirmed on Saturday that US aircraft carried out strikes on Iranian missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar sites, saying the action was in response to repeated violations of the ceasefire agreement. He warned that further military action may follow if Iran continues to violate the truce, and noted that escalation may reach a point where the Islamic nation will no longer exist.In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “US aircraft have just struck Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar sites, for violating the ceasefire agreement, again! It is very likely that they will never learn! There may come a point where we can no longer be logical, and we will be forced to complete the military mission we began with great success. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist! President D.J.T.”
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His comments came shortly after the United States launched another round of military strikes against Iran, following Washington’s accusation that Tehran violated the ceasefire for the second day in a row by attacking a commercial oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz.According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), the latest strikes were ordered by the commander in chief and targeted Iranian military infrastructure associated with naval attacks, including surveillance systems, communications networks, air defense sites, drone storage facilities, and mine-laying capabilities.
US Central Command said the action was a direct response to ongoing Iranian aggression against commercial shipping, including the attack on the Panama-flagged tanker M/T Kiku, which was struck by a one-way attack drone while transiting near the strategic waterway.The statement said, “US Central Command forces launched additional strikes against multiple targets in Iran on June 27, based on the directives of the Supreme Commander.”The military added that commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz was not affected, and said US forces remained “vigilant, lethal and ready.”
Second revenge in two days
The latest exchange marks the second straight day of US military retaliation against Iran despite a temporary ceasefire aimed at ending months of conflict.On Friday, US forces struck Iranian missile and drone facilities after Tehran attacked the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely as it passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
President Donald Trump accused Iran of committing a “foolish violation” of the ceasefire agreement.Speaking at the White House before Saturday’s strikes, Trump warned that Iran would face consequences for violating the truce.“You’ll find out. I don’t like the fact that they fired yesterday…an expensive ship took a little hit. They shouldn’t have done that.”
Shipping tensions continue
According to ship tracking data, the M/T Kiku left a Qatari oil field earlier this week and was heading towards a port in the United Arab Emirates after using a shipping route established near the coast of Oman instead of the corridor approved by Iran.A multinational maritime body overseen by the US Navy later announced that the Omani route would be expanded to allow inbound and outbound commercial traffic, a move that could increase tensions with Tehran, which insists that ships must follow routes permitted by Iran.The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important energy corridors, carrying a large share of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas exports.
Ceasefire under pressure
The latest strikes come as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations under a 60-day memorandum of understanding aimed at reaching a broader agreement covering maritime security, freedom of navigation and Iran’s nuclear programme.US Vice President J.D. Vance had earlier urged Iran to resolve differences through dialogue, warning that any further acts of violence would lead to a military response.Iranian state television reported explosions in areas north of the Strait of Hormuz, while officials continued to insist that navigation through the strategic waterway remains subject to Iranian rules.The renewed exchange has raised concerns that the fragile ceasefire could collapse despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to reach a permanent agreement.
“Prepare for a long, endless night”: Iran warns the United States after new strikes
The spokesman for the central headquarters of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia, Ibrahim al-Faqar, warned in a series of posts on the X website that Tehran’s response would be “practical” and accused Washington of crossing “all lines.”He added: “You targeted sovereignty, so expect a practical response that changes the equations.
We’ve miscalculated, we’ve run out of patience… so prepare for a long, endless night. You have crossed all limits, and our decision is not just talk; He wrote that the coming hours will speak about our strength.
The recent escalation also sparked a strong reaction from Bahrain.Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry accused Iran of launching several drones into its territory early Saturday, calling the attack a “flagrant violation” of the country’s sovereignty and warning that it threatens ongoing efforts to maintain regional peace and stability.
