United States launches retaliatory strikes against Iranian military targets

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed it carried out retaliatory airstrikes against nearly 20 Iranian military targets, including air defense systems and ground control stations. These actions, ordered by President Donald Trump, followed the reported downing or damage of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz and broader attacks on American forces and commercial shipping. President Trump characterized the operation as a "very strong response," threatening additional "very strong" strikes if a peace agreement is not reached. He also asserted that the US is "exporting millions of barrels of oil" from Iran. Concurrently, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors passed a resolution urging Iran to disclose its enriched uranium stockpiles and permit inspector access, following Iran's suspension of inspections. Sources: Радіо Свобода, Forbes Ukraine, Українська правда