US Central Command has confirmed that American forces have conducted a significant wave of strikes on Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and along Iran’s southern coast. The targets included missile and drone sites, naval assets, ammunition depots, communications networks, and coastal surveillance positions. This marks the third wave of such strikes in July 2026, following heightened tensions after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked the Cyprus-flagged container ship M/V GFS Galaxy. The US has reinstated a naval blockade against Iranian ports as part of its ongoing military operations in response to the attacks.
Key Takeaways
The recent US military strikes appear to be a strategic move to deter further Iranian aggression in the Strait of Hormuz region.
Market pricing suggests participants are viewing these developments as decreasing the likelihood of Iran successfully targeting shipping, evidenced by a drop in the YES probability for July 13.
The escalation reflects a significant US military presence, which may indicate a continued focus on counteracting Iranian military capabilities.
