The US launches a new “defensive” attack against Iran and raises tension in the Persian Gulf

A US military attack against a strategic facility on the Iranian island of Qeshm has once again raised tensions between Washington and Tehranjust as both sides were holding talks to extend a temporary truce aimed at reducing the risk of an open confrontation in the Persian Gulf.

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that the operation was carried out in response to a series of ballistic missile and drone launches attributed to Iran against targets in the region.. According to the US version, the projectiles were directed towards Kuwait and Bahrain, although none managed to hit their targets thanks to the defense systems deployed by US and allied forces.

According to the military statement, two missiles launched towards Kuwait disintegrated before reaching Kuwaiti territory, while three others aimed at Bahrain were intercepted by air defense systems. In addition, US forces shot down several drones that were allegedly heading towards civilian vessels sailing through regional waters.

As part of the response, the United States attacked a military ground watch over station located on the island of Qeshm.an area of ​​great strategic relevance located near the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant part of the world’s oil and gas supply transits.

Iran responds with accusations and threats

Iranian authorities offered a different version of events. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have carried out missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in the region, including the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and an air substandard used by US forces.

Tehran claimed its actions were a response to the bombing of a military communications tower in Qeshm. and an alleged previous attack against an Iranian oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz.

In a statement released by state media, The Revolutionary Guard described the operation as an “initial response” and maintained that some of its attacks hit military objectives.causing fires in facilities linked to the United States. However, Washington has not confirmed damage to its bases nor reported casualties among its military personnel.

The Iranian military organization also warned that any new action that it considers a violation of its sovereignty will receive a “devastating, crushing and decisive” response, raising the tone of the threats in the midst of an increasingly delicate scenario.

Diplomatic negotiations come under pressure

The escalation occurs at a particularly good time for diplomatic efforts between both countries. During recent weeks, US and Iranian representatives had explored the possibility of extending the current truce for 60 days, in addition to discussing mechanisms related to economic sanctions, maritime security and regional stability.

Although neither side has formally announced the end of the temporary agreement, the military exchanges raise uncertainty about the future of the negotiations. Analysts consider that the coming days will be decisive in establishing whether Washington and Tehran manage to contain the crisis through diplomatic channels or if the confrontation evolves into a new phase of instability in one of the most strategic regions for global energy trade.

For now, both the United States and Iran keep their forces on alert while the international community observes with concern a situation that could affect the security of the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets.

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