US launches seventh night of Iran strikes as Hormuz conflict escalates
Summary
The US military has carried out airstrikes on Iran for seven nights in a row, targeting military and infrastructure sites near the strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by attacking several neighboring countries and threatened severe consequences for US allies in the region, escalating tensions around the vital waterway for global oil shipments.Key Facts
- The US Central Command said strikes aimed to reduce Iran’s military abilities and included attacks on bridges, ports, and electrical infrastructure.
- Iran reported at least seven deaths from bombed bridges and said the power grid is under strain from US attacks during a heatwave.
- Iran’s energy ministry urged people to limit electricity use due to damage to power plants.
- Iran’s health ministry reported at least 38 dead and over 400 wounded from the ongoing strikes.
- President Donald Trump reportedly approved expanding US air attacks on Iran to pressure reopening the strait of Hormuz.
- Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned countries hosting US bases they would pay a heavy price if attacks continue.
- Iran attacked several Gulf countries including Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Oman, and Qatar in response.
- The conflict has disrupted traffic through the strait of Hormuz, a key route for about 20% of the world’s oil and gas supply.
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