US Central Command completes third round of strikes on Iran

The U.S. Central Command announced that it has completed a third coordinated series of airstrikes against facilities in Iran, marking the latest escalation in the ongoing regional confrontation. The operation, carried out on Thursday, targeted what U.S. officials described as “high‑value military infrastructure” linked to Iran’s missile development program and command‑and‑control networks. According to the Pentagon, precision‑guided munitions were employed to minimize collateral damage, and the strikes were conducted in accordance with the rules of engagement established after earlier incidents in the area.

The strikes follow two prior rounds of U.S. attacks launched in response to a series of hostile actions attributed to Iranian-backed militias, including drone attacks on U.S. assets in the Middle East. Iranian state media confirmed that several sites were hit but denied any casualties among civilian personnel. The U.S. Department of Defense reiterated its commitment to defending American forces and interests, while urging Tehran to cease activities it deems destabilizing. No further military actions were announced, and diplomatic channels remain open as both sides assess the impact of the latest operation.