The Iranian news agency Mehr reported explosions in the port city of Chabahar and additional assaults in Rask, Bandar Abbas, and Ahvaz. According to US Central Command (Centcom), these strikes target military facilities that pose threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. In a related incident, a US fighter jet engaged an unladen oil tanker attempting to breach a blockade against Iranian ports. Iran has retaliated with drone attacks on US bases in the region, while Kuwait’s military reported intercepting these drone threats. Additionally, US President Trump acknowledged Iran’s decision to allow the release of a detained American citizen, expressing appreciation for this gesture amidst ongoing tensions.