Published July 7, 2026 at 9:49 AM ET · Updated July 7, 2026 at 8:06 PM ET
Central Command confirms President Trump ordered strikes on Iran following Hormuz ship attacks
7 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.
Central Command confirmed that President Trump ordered strikes against Iran after vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. The United States also reimposed sanctions and revoked Iran oil waivers in response to the tanker attacks.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 11 hr ago, when The Western Journal reported it. Coverage has since grown to 7 independent outlets, including 6 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from BBC News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
