U.S. launches airstrikes against Iran after Tehran attacks container ship in Hormuz, Pentagon says

The U.S. has retaliated against Iran with airstrikes following Tehran's attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route. This escalation comes as Iran has been pressuring ships to use a more dangerous northern route through its territorial waters. The move highlights the ongoing tensions in the region, where the U.S. military has long protected shipping lanes. This response underscores the high stakes involved in maintaining global trade routes and the potential for further conflict between these two powerful nations.