US launches strikes on key Iranian targets after Tehran fires missile at cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz causing 'heavy damage' as crucial waterway is CLOSED again

The US retaliated with strikes on key Iranian targets following a missile attack by Iran on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in significant damage. This critical waterway, a vital global trade route, has been declared closed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard until the US stops its regional interference. This escalation heightens tensions in the Middle East and raises concerns about the potential for broader conflict, impacting global oil supply and international trade.