Middle East live: Tehran and US exchange strikes as blockade of Iranian ports resumes
Summary
The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes on July 15, 2026, including attacks in Iranian cities and US targets in Jordan and Kuwait. Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until the US stops its aggressive actions, while the US resumed a naval blockade on Iranian ports.Key Facts
- The US launched strikes on Iranian locations including Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, and Ahvaz.
- Iran retaliated by targeting US military sites in Jordan and Kuwait with drones and missiles.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guards stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until US aggression stops.
- The Revolutionary Guards warned other regional oil export routes could also be closed.
- The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, impacting shipping routes.
- Bahrain activated air raid sirens and urged people to seek shelter due to regional tensions.
- Kuwait reported intercepting Iranian drone attacks aimed at its territory.
- The conflict centers around control of important maritime routes used for oil and gas exports.
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