On Wednesday, July 15, the United States conducted fresh military operations against Iranian forces, striking sites linked to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command stated the operation, which began at 6 a.m. Eastern Time, was intended to continue reducing Iran's capacity to wage combat. In response, Tehran reported launching assaults on American facilities in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. Officials in Jordan and Kuwait said they intercepted several missiles and drones. The exchange has thrown into question a recent interim accord meant to reopen the strategic waterway and end hostilities after two months of talks. The Strait of Hormuz carries roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments; Brent crude futures rose to $85 per barrel amid the escalating violence. Both nations now dispute control of the strait, and the earlier ceasefire has been abandoned.