The United States has responded to recent Iranian attacks on commercial shipping with strikes on Iranian air defense systems and military targets. This exchange marks a further escalation of the conflict, now in its seventh month, across the Middle East. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the actions were taken in response to Iran’s aggression in the Strait of Hormuz. Both nations have been issuing increasingly strong threats in recent days, signaling a dangerous intensification of hostilities. The strikes target Iranian military infrastructure, including radar systems, aiming to disrupt capabilities. This cycle of attacks raises concerns about a wider regional conflict. NBC News correspondent Garrett Haake is reporting on the developing situation.