US forces conducted a military strike against Iranian rocket launchers near the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such action in a month. This action ends a period of relative calm in the ongoing, six-month-long conflict between the two nations. Iran has condemned the strike as a “deadly attack” and swiftly promised to retaliate. The strikes targeted rocket launchers, suggesting a direct response to perceived threats in a crucial shipping lane. This escalation raises concerns about a wider conflict in the Middle East, impacting global trade and stability. Further updates are being provided through a liveblog as the situation develops. The incident underscores the volatile security situation in the region.