The United States military announced early Thursday that it had completed a new round of airstrikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure, marking another escalation in the ongoing conflict between Washington and Tehran. The attacks came after US President Donald Trump warned that Iran would “pay the price” for delays in negotiations aimed at ending hostilities.
In a statement, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces struck Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems and air defense sites across multiple locations in Iran. The operation involved assets from the US Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy.
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) June 11, 2026
CENTCOM described the strikes as a response to what it called Iran’s “unwarranted and continued aggression” and stated that US forces to remain prepared for further operations if necessary.
Iran responded by warning of retaliatory action against US interests in the region. According to Iranian reports, the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) launched retaliatory strikes targeting US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.
Missile warning sirens were activated in Bahrain, which hosts a significant US military presence, as tensions spread across the Gulf region.
Iranian media reported explosions in several locations following the US attacks, including the port city of Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, and the southern towns of Sirik and Minab. Reports also indicated activity near Karaj, west of Tehran. Authorities in Sirik said water services that had been disrupted after an earlier attack on reservoirs were restored to residents.
The latest military actions marked the third major exchange of strikes this week, placing increasing pressure on a ceasefire that has largely held for two months.
Earlier in the day, Iranian attacks were reported in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, all countries that host US military personnel. The continued exchanges have raised concerns that efforts to restore stability may be faltering.
President Trump said earlier this week that a negotiated settlement remained possible but warned that Iran had taken too long to reach an agreement.
“They’ve taken too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them; now they will have to pay the price,” Trump said, according to reports. Despite the renewed fighting, both Washington and Tehran have signaled interest in finding a path toward ending the conflict.
Iran Rejects Negotiations Under Pressure
Addressing the United Nations Security Council, Iran’s ambassador to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, said Tehran would not negotiate under threats.
“Iran has never negotiated under threats and pressure and will never submit to pressure,” he told council members, urging the United States to avoid military threats if it seeks a diplomatic solution.
Strait of Hormuz Closure Raises Global Concerns
Iran’s Mehr News Agency reported that the country’s military ordered the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all vessels, including oil tankers and commercial ships.
The strategic waterway is one of the world’s most important routes for global energy supplies. Following the announcement, oil prices rose by more than $2 per barrel amid concerns over potential disruptions to international oil shipments.
Regional Conflict Continues Beyond Iran
Meanwhile, military activity continued elsewhere in the region. Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley reportedly caused additional casualties. Reports indicated that the death toll from Israeli bombardments since March had reached 3,696.
The ongoing exchanges between Iran, Israel and the United States have heightened fears of a broader regional confrontation.
UN Warns Against Further Escalation
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the Middle East is facing a deepening crisis with potentially far-reaching consequences.
In a statement posted on social media, Guterres said the region was experiencing wider attacks and a deterioration in security conditions.
“The Middle East is being pulled deeper into crisis and the consequences reach far beyond the region,” he said, urging all parties to pursue a diplomatic settlement.
