CENTCOM Completes Iran Strikes; Vessel Hit Near UAE

U.S. Central Command completed another round of strikes against Iran at 9 p.m. ET on July 20, targeting military sites and systems, the command said.

The operation struck Iranian command centers, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and air defense systems. CENTCOM said the strikes aimed to reduce Iran’s ability to attack commercial vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz.

Vessel Struck Near Dibba, UAE — UKMTO Confirms Projectile Incident

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said a commercial vessel was struck by an unknown projectile 17 nautical miles east of Dibba, United Arab Emirates, at 10:30 p.m. UTC on July 19.

The vessel’s master reported damage to its steering gear, but all crew members were safe and no environmental impact was reported.

UKMTO said authorities were investigating and advised vessels to use caution and report suspicious activity. The agency did not identify the vessel or the projectile’s origin.

CENTCOM said commercial traffic through the strait continues. Since early May, U.S. forces have supported approximately 900 commercial vessel transits and the passage of 450 million barrels of crude oil.

No connection between the vessel incident and CENTCOM’s operation was established in the supplied material.

This is a developing story. Virginia Times will update as information becomes available.