US hits 90 Iranian sites after alleged ceasefire breach in Hormuz Strait

US forces struck about 90 Iranian military sites along the country’s coastline on Thursday, targeting air‑defence systems, coastal surveillance, missile and drone storage, naval assets and logistics infrastructure, according to a statement posted on X by CENTCOM. The attack follows a similar wave on Tuesday that hit roughly 80 Iranian targets, including more than 60 boats belonging to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Both sets of strikes were said to be a response to Iran’s alleged violation of a ceasefire by attacking three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

The escalation raises immediate concerns for global shipping through the Strait, a chokepoint for about a fifth of the world’s oil. If tensions push oil prices higher, Nigerians could see higher fuel and transport costs, raising the cost of goods and putting pressure on household budgets. Nigerian sailors or those with family working on vessels in the Gulf could also face increased risk.

US forces say they remain on high alert and are ready to launch further operations as directed by the president. Watch for oil‑price movements and consider fuel‑saving steps now — will you adjust your travel budget or look for cheaper transport options if fuel prices rise?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/09/us-military-strikes-90-targets-in-iran/