US forces have reportedly begun launching military strikes in Iran this evening (Tuesday).
According to the initial reports, the attacks were conducted on Qeshm Island and in Chabahar, Iran; explosions were heard in both areas.
A senior US official said: “We struck sites in the Bandar Abbas area." All of the targets attacked are in the Strait of Hormuz area.
The US Central Command issued a statement saying, "Today at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, US forces began attacking Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran. The attacks come after recent attempted attacks by the Revolutionary Guard Corps against commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and against US service members deployed to the region."
Earlier, the US Embassy in Israel issued a warning to American citizens in light of the tensions in the Middle East. The announcement warned citizens of the possibility of unexpected escalation, flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions.
"Iran and its supporters may harm American interests and sites affiliated with the United States and its citizens around the world. You must exercise increased vigilance, stay away from demonstrations and large gatherings, locate a protected area in advance, and follow the authorities' instructions," the embassy statement said.