The U.S. Central Command said it completed its latest wave of precision strikes against Iran overnight, striking dozens of military targets including coastal surveillance sites, air defense systems, logistics infrastructure, and naval capabilities. The operation concluded at 21:40 ET (04:40 Jerusalem time Friday). Over 50,000 U.S. troops remain deployed across the Middle East, CENTCOM said.
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed early Friday that it had completed the latest wave of strikes against Iran, marking the sixth consecutive night of American operations against Iranian military targets. According to CENTCOM, the operation employed fighter jets, unmanned aerial vehicles, and naval vessels to deliver precision munitions against dozens of targets, including coastal surveillance sites, air defense systems, military logistics infrastructure, and naval capabilities. The strikes were directed by the president and aimed at degrading Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping. CENTCOM also noted that over 50,000 U.S. service members remain deployed across the Middle East, maintaining readiness and strike capability. The statement did not specify whether this wave is the final one in the current campaign.
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