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Three Ships Hit in Strait of Hormuz
The UKMTO and Thai Navy confirm that three commercial vessels were struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz. A Thai-flagged bulk carrier, the Mayruree Naree, caught fire, forcing 20 crew members to evacuate while three remain trapped. A Japanese container ship and another bulker were also damaged near Ra's al Khaymah and Dubai.
Report: U.S. Missile Likely Responsible for School Tragedy
A preliminary investigation reported by The New York Times suggests that the catastrophic strike on a primary school in Minab, which killed at least 175 children, was caused by a U.S. missile. Sources indicate "outdated targeting data" led the munition to hit a site that was previously an Iranian military base.
Trump: War Will End "Soon"
In an interview with Axios, President Trump stated the war is ahead of schedule and will end "soon" because there is "practically nothing left to target" in Iran. He claimed the U.S. has done more damage in 11 days than originally projected for a six-week campaign.
CENTCOM: 5,500 Targets Hit
Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of USCENTCOM, announced that U.S. forces have now struck over 5,500 targets inside Iran. This includes the methodical dismantling of ballistic missile manufacturing facilities. Cooper emphasized that the U.S. is no longer just "defending" but is actively "dismantling" the Iranian military apparatus.