President Donald Trump has notified Congress that the United States is once again at war with Iran, as new military strikes are launched against Iranian targets. In a live update, military officials confirmed operations are underway to strike Pickaxe Mountain, a key Iranian strategic site.
New Strikes and Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Speaking to CNN, President Trump declared, "We're going to take out Pickaxe Mountain. Tell the Iranians we're coming." The President also announced a blockade on Iranian ships or their customers in the Strait of Hormuz, asserting the waterway "will remain open, with or without Iran." A 20 percent fee on all cargo shipped through the strait will be imposed to cover costs for providing safety and security.
Background: Peace Deal Collapse
These developments follow the collapse of a peace deal between the US and Iran on July 8, just days before the renewed hostilities. Trump is scheduled to address the American public at 9 p.m. Eastern Time tonight.
