US prepares scenario of strikes on Iran in Strait of Hormuz in case of ceasefire breakdown - CNN

The Pentagon is developing a plan for potential strikes against Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz should the ceasefire be violated. The targets include locations in the strait itself, as well as in the southern parts of the Persian and Omani gulfs, CNN reports, citing sources.

The US military is considering so-called “dynamic targeting” — specifically strikes against speedboats, mine-laying vessels, and other asymmetric assets that Iran uses to block key maritime routes and pressure the US.

According to the media, Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and parts of the Persian and Omani gulfs has already caused significant fluctuations in the global economy and created risks for Donald Trump’s efforts to curb inflation. This occurred despite a ceasefire in effect since April 7 that suspended strikes by US forces.

Previously, a significant portion of US operations focused on targets deep within Iranian territory, but the new plan calls for a more concentrated campaign specifically around strategic waterways.

At the same time, CNN notes, a significant portion of Iran’s coastal missile systems remains intact, and a large number of small boats could be used to attack ships, complicating the reopening of the strait.

The media's sources emphasize that even if these targets are struck, it is unlikely to allow for the rapid restoration of full-scale shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

As the Ukrainian News agency earlier reported, on April 21, US President Donald Trump stated that he did not want to extend the ceasefire with Iran and threatened to resume attacks if no agreement was reached with Tehran.