Land attack cruise missiles launched by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels were headed 'potentially toward targets in Israel,' Pentagon says

Munitions and other aid also promised as IDF retaliates for brutal Hamas assault; four Americans thought killed and seven missing, official says

Officials say no final decision made, deployments would be made at request of ships involved; drastic move not even taken during 'Tanker War' in 1980s

President's decision goes against the recommendation of his Defense Secretary; if confirmed, Adm. Lisa Franchetti will be first woman to be a Pentagon service chief

Iran tried to seize two oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz last week, opening fire on one of them

Maritime services report Bahamian-flagged ship hit Iranian vessel, injuring five; US Navy reports blocking two Iranian attempt to seize tankers in area

Attack is the latest in a string of attempts by the Islamic Republic to seize commercial vessels passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz

Revolutionary Guards forces on fast-attack boats accused of nearing merchant vessel traversing key Strait of Hormuz, sparking distress call amid ongoing fight over seized tankers

Iranian navy chief claims alliance will also include Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq, India and Pakistan; announcement comes after UAE said it was leaving US-led force

Abu Dhabi announces its departure 2 months ago from Combined Maritime Forces, without specifying reason; tensions remain high with Iran