US Launches 49 Tomahawk Missiles at Iran; Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz in Response
On June 10, 2026, the United States launched 49 Tomahawk missiles at multiple targets in Iran, including military surveillance and communication systems. In response, Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to shoot at any vessel attempting passage. The strikes followed a series of retaliatory attacks by Iran on US bases in the region.
Where Sources Diverge
Some sources report the US launched strikes on June 10, while others mention the strikes occurred on June 11.
US Central Command said it hit new targets in Iran in response to Tehran's 'unwarranted and continued aggression'.
Trump cancels planned strikes on Iran.
The exact number of Tomahawk missiles used in the strikes is reported as 49 by some sources, while others do not specify.
The US Central Command released video of self-defense strikes against Iranian military targets, including radar and air defense sites. The operation, involving 49 Tomahawk missiles, was a response to Iran's alleged aggression threatening US forces and international shipping.
The US Central Command issued a statement saying its forces targeted 'Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems and air defense sites across Iran'.
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Trump’s social media post comes after the US and Iran traded strikes for a third day, pushing the Middle East closer to the resumption of a full-scale war.
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he had cancelled planned military strikes against Iran after negotiations with Tehran reached what he described as the highest levels of the Iranian leadership and received approval from all parties involved. “Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian leadership and approved, I have, as President of the United States of America, cancelled the scheduled strikes and bombings...
The strait is a crucial maritime route, through which 20 percent of global oil and natural gas is shipped in peacetime.
"Applicants who have already obtained transit permits are kindly requested to remain patient and await further notice by the PGSA," the agency said
The United States and Iran have traded strikes for a second day as tensions rise in the Middle East. US Central Command released video of strikes targeting Iranian military sites. Iran responded by attacking US allies in the Persian Gulf region.
Brent crude oil prices on the London-based ICE exchange are up 1.9% amid the latest developments
A wave of US strikes represent the gravest test yet of the fragile truce. Here’s what happened, what officials are saying and whether the deal can survive Middle East crisis – live updates The US has launched a wave of strikes across southern Iran for a second consecutive day. Although there have been several breaches since a ceasefire was agreed between the two sides in April, the attacks this week – launched after the downing of a US helicopter over the strait of Hormuz – represent the most serious and extensive breakdown of the truce to date. The US president, Donald Trump, has raised the prospect of further attacks on the country, while his defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, has told reporters if strikes “have to happen [Friday] night, they will be strong and they will be clear”. Continue reading...
The United States and Iran have exchanged fresh attacks for a second consecutive night, deepening one of the most serious escalations in hostilities since a fragile cease-fire took hold in April and raising new doubts about the future of negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
Iran says it launched retaliatory strikes on US bases in the region after America launched new attacks inside Iran.
The new US assault across multiple Iranian cities came as efforts to negotiate an end the war again appeared stuck, with Iran insisting it would maintain its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted global energy supplies and sent oil prices higher.
The US Central Command released video of self-defense strikes against Iranian military targets, including radar and air defense sites. The operation, involving 49 Tomahawk missiles, was a response to Iran's alleged aggression threatening US forces and international shipping. This marks a significant escalation in regional tensions.
The U.S. Central Command issued a statement saying its forces targeted "Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems and air defense sites across Iran"
US Central Command said its latest airstrikes were responding to "unwarranted and continued aggression" from Iran.
According to the news agency, Iran has attacked the Harir airbase in Iraqi Kurdistan, disabling a military radar
Explosions hit Qeshm Island, ports along Strait of Hormuz after Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'.
Iran's top joint military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, including oil tankers and commercial ships, saying any vessel that will attempt passage will be shot at. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
The United States has launched a fresh round of strikes against multiple targets overnight in Iran, the US military said, hours after President Donald Trump vowed new attacks if no peace dealis secured.
The escalating attacks threatened to derail efforts to end the war, with President Trump warning that Tehran would "pay the price" for stalled negotiations.
U.S. Central Command said in a social media post that the military is striking "multiple targets in Iran" and that it's being done "in response to Iran's unwarranted and continued aggression".
US Central Command had said it hit new targets in Iran in response to Tehran's "unwarranted and continued aggression." Iranian state media reported blasts in several parts of the country. Follow DW for more.
US Central Command said it hit new targets in Iran in response to Tehran's "unwarranted and continued aggression." Iranian state media is reporting blasts in several parts of the country. Follow DW for more.