The United States announced it launched multiple strikes against Iranian military and monitoring installations following the loss of an American helicopter in the Gulf region.

Centcom reported that air defense units, command posts and radar installations near the Strait of Hormuz were hit during the operation.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard responded by claiming attacks on twenty-one sites at American facilities in Bahrain and Jordan, while Kuwaiti forces stated they intercepted incoming projectiles.

Washington called the action a measured reply to the Monday helicopter incident, whereas the Guard labeled the American operation aggressive.

President Trump had previously held Iran responsible for the downing and stated the United States would have to act, noting both crew members were rescued safely by a sea drone.

Officials indicated a drone was used in the helicopter attack, though intent remains unclear and Iran has not accepted responsibility according to reports.

Trump noted the helicopter was on patrol in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route closed after earlier joint US and Israeli action against Iran in late February.

The Guard stated American strikes hit a communications tower and water tanks in the areas of Jask, Sirik and Qeshm island.

US authorities have not confirmed strikes on their bases, while Jordan reported downing five missiles and Bahrain said it repelled an assault.

Iran's foreign minister warned that no attack would go unanswered and urged foreign forces to depart the region for their safety.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was present when Trump ordered renewed action, describing the step as regrettable but necessary.

Earlier statements from Tehran highlighted risks to foreign troops from errors or crossfire and recommended withdrawal to lower tensions.

Iranian negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf signaled readiness to respond firmly if commitments were broken, preferring diplomacy yet prepared for other measures.

The latest exchange follows Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, which Tehran had warned would prompt further retaliation.

Both Israel and Iran had paused direct clashes after weekend exchanges that ended a period of calm since April.

Trump urged both sides to halt fire immediately, warning that ongoing conflict threatened ongoing talks for a regional agreement.

He expressed optimism on social media that a ceasefire was near, though final success depended on avoiding missteps in coming days.