US–Israel–Iran War Latest Update: US Apache & Sea Hawk Helicopters Destroy 6 Iranian Fast Boats in Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM Confirms Maritime Security Operation

The United States conducted a helicopter strike in the Strait of Hormuz, destroying six Iranian boats, escalating tensions between the US and Iran. CENTCOM stated the operation was aimed at protecting international shipping lanes, characterizing it as a defensive measure. This action is linked to Project Freedom, a broader US mission to ensure uninterrupted shipping routes through the waterway.