[U.S. Central Command: U.S. Military Has Begun a Series of Strong Strikes Against Iran] According to a report by Jinse Finance, on July 8, the U.S. Central Command stated that U.S. Central Command forces have begun a series of strong strikes against Iran in response to Iran's targeting and attacks on commercial shipping operated by civilian crews in international waterways. The U.S. Central Command said the strikes were in response to Iran's attacks on three commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz and stated that Iran's acts of aggression are 'unjustified, dangerous,' and 'a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement.' (CCTV News)