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Reports of fresh strikes in Iran after Trump threats

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July 8, 2026

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Reports of fresh strikes in Iran after Trump threats

The United States launched new strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump vowed to hit hard following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Arab Times Online

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iranian Media Reports Wider US Strikes Across Southern, Western Iran

TEHRAN, July 13: Iranian media reported early Monday that the latest wave of US strikes targeted a broader range of locations across southern and western Iran than in previous days...

The Hill

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· Jul 8, 2026

The Memo: Trump’s tough talk on Iran raises big question — will the US return to war?

The United States launched a fresh wave of attacks on Iran on Wednesday, marking the second successive night of offensive action. The new strikes, which were announced in a social media post by U.S. Central Command (Centcom) shortly after 4 p.m. EDT, were far from a surprise. President Trump had told reporters earlier in the...

Intel Slava

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· Jul 8, 2026

🇺🇸❌🇮🇷 — Unconfirmed reports of US strikes on Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

— Unconfirmed reports of US strikes on Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

The Tribune

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran strikes targets in Gulf after US hits 90 sites; India urges calm

The US carried out strikes on Iran for the second consecutive day while Tehran retaliated by targeting American bases in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait. Both sides have threatened to escalate the strikes, raising fears of deepening of the oil crisis as the vital Strait of Hormuz is seeing a low volume of shipping. Iran accused []

Iran Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iran tells Gulf states not to serve as 'arenas' for US attacks

Tehran has maintained that its strikes against American bases in the region are strictly defensive Iran has warned that Arab states in the Middle East are legitimate targets for retaliatory strikes because they host US military bases. The US continued striking targets in Iran early on Monday local time, marking

NDTV

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iran Under Fresh Fire: Explosions Hit Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, Sirik As US Strikes Continue

Monday's strikes are the latest in a string of American attacks on Iranian military and coastal infrastructure that have unfolded almost daily since the IRGC struck commercial vessels transiting the...

BRICS News

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· Jun 28, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 United States says it carried out strikes against 10 Iranian military targets.

JUST IN: United States says it carried out strikes against 10 Iranian military targets.@BRICSNews

MS NOW

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· Jun 26, 2026

U.S. strikes Iran after Trump calls Iranian strike on cargo ship ‘foolish violation’ of ceasefire

The strikes came hours after Trump called the Thursday strikes a “foolish violation” of the ceasefire, and hinted at forthcoming retaliation. The post U.S. strikes Iran after Trump calls Iranian strike on cargo ship ‘foolish violation’ of ceasefire appeared first on MS NOW.

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 8, 2026

US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit ‘hard’

The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump vowed to hit “hard” following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, while ordering retaliation against Tehran, said he expected the latest military flare-up to end quickly and left the door open to more talks. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes were carried out to degrade the ability of Iranian forces “to threaten freedom of navigation” in the strait, through which a fifth of...

Tehran Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

Hormuz locked: Iran crushes US military might

TEHRAN - The continuous military strikes executed by the United States against Iran in blatant violation of the recent interim agreement mark yet another severe miscalculation in Washington’s historically hostile approach toward the Islamic Republic.

BOL News

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· Jun 27, 2026

US strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

United States has carried out strikes on Iran. The post US strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on BOL News.

Drudge Report

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· Jun 28, 2026

NEW STRIKES...

NEW STRIKES... (First column, 2nd story, link) Related stories:Trump again threatens Iran with annihilation as Kuwait and Bahrain report attacks...CEASEFIRE IN TATTERS...BLAME GAME...

Times of India

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· Jun 27, 2026

'Will be forced to militarily complete the job': Trump warns Iran after US strikes over 2nd ceasefire breach

The US launched fresh strikes on Iran after accusing Tehran of violating a ceasefire for a second consecutive day by attacking a commercial oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. This follows US retaliation for a drone attack on another vessel. Iran has warned of a practical response to the US actions, escalating regional tensions despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Latestly.com

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· Jun 27, 2026

Middle East Conflict: Oil Tanker Hit by Unidentified Projectile in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Iran-US Tensions

The attack came as tensions between Iran and the United States escalated, with both sides accusing each other of violating a recently reached ceasefire and carrying out fresh military strikes.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 10, 2026

After US Stops Striking Iran, New Explosions Hit Bushehr. No One Claims Them.

Unattributed strikes hit southern Iran's Bushehr province and other areas hours after US Central Command said it had concluded its latest round of attacks. Iran's parliament warned the UAE while Tehran launched missile strikes against US bases in four Gulf countries.

Legit.ng

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· Jul 9, 2026

Breaking: US launches fresh Iran strikes amid renewed tension in war, see details

Donald Trump-led US has launched new strikes on Iran as tensions escalated. The Islamic Republic subsequently orchestrated attacks in some Arab nations.

The Young Turks

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· Jun 28, 2026

BREAKING: US ATTACKS IRAN! NEW ROUND OF BOMBING!

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DawnNews English

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Warns US Could Strike Iran Again Tonight After Gulf Attacks | Middle East Tensions Escalate |

US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch another strike on Iran as early as tonight, following reported attacks on US military facilities in the Gulf. The latest developments mark a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #trump #iran #unitedstates #middleeast #breakingnews #Geopolitics #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iran says all US bases in region are 'legitimate targets' if ceasefire violations continue

Warning comes after Iran reports attacks on US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait and fresh US strikes on Iranian targets

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump declares ceasefire over, orders retaliatory strikes on Iran

A major American strike operation is currently being carried out across Iran after US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire over. Mr Trump posted on Truth Social: “This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran. If it happens again, it will get much worse.” Mr Trump arrived in the United Kingdom after a visit to Iran, initially travelling on the old Air Force One before switching to the new aircraft for his return journey. This change has prompted questions about whether it was done for strategic or security reasons.

World Israel News

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· Jul 9, 2026

‘Fighting US aggression’ – Iran blasts Gulf after American strikes

Tehran warned additional U.S. attacks would trigger wider retaliation against American military installations across the region. The post ‘Fighting US aggression’ – Iran blasts Gulf after American strikes appeared first on World Israel News.

ArcaMax

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· Jun 27, 2026

US launches fresh strikes on Iranian targets after drone hits

The U.S. conducted a fresh round of strikes against multiple targets in Iran on Saturday, as a weekend of tit-for-tat attacks led both sides to claim violations of the ceasefire underpinning peace talks. The first American strikes on Friday came ...

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 10, 2026

Who hit Iran? Unclaimed strikes follow US attacks

A series of unclaimed airstrikes that hit Iran after the U.S. said it finished its attacks have again raised questions of who else may be targeting the Islamic Republic. The strikes Thursday, just as Iran prepared to bury the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, hit areas across southern Iran. The country’s theocracy hasn’t directly [] The post Who hit Iran? Unclaimed strikes follow US attacks appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 9, 2026

U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Trump warns of further attacks

Washington, July 9 (SANA) The United States and Iran exchanged strikes on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington would intensify its military campaign if Tehran continued targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on social media, Trump said the latest U.S. strikes were carried out in retaliation for []

Euronews

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran reports casualties and infrastructure damage after US strikes as tensions in the Gulf rise

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the latest wave of US strikes constituted “a blatant war crime and condemned what it called “aggressive actions” by the US military. Tehran responded with strikes of its own towards Gulf countries.

TASS

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· Jul 12, 2026

Iran begins series of strikes at US targets in Middle East — TV

The US earlier reported another wave of strikes against targets in Iran

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iran promises ‘crushing response’ after US strikes hit more than 80 targets

The latest wave of US attacks lasted several hours, as the US military warned that it would hold Iran “accountable” in future. Tehran said it was a “blatant act of aggression”.

Qatar News Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

CENTCOM Announces Strikes on Dozens of Military Sites in Iran

Washington, July 13 (QNA) - The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Monday that its forces conducted a new wave of offensive strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of military sites in multiple locations using precision munitions. The aim of these strikes was to undermine Iran's ability to continue attacking international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Associated Press

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· Jul 12, 2026

US launches airstrikes on Iran after a ship was hit in the Strait of Hormuz

The United States attacked Iran early Sunday morning. The U.S. military’s Central Command said it hit some 140 targets in the strikes, far more than the last two rounds. Jon Gambrell from The Associated Press explains. #iran #usa #news Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

CNN

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· Jul 8, 2026

US launches new strikes against Iran as ‘punishment’

The US on Tuesday launched new strikes against Iran and reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil sales in retaliation for attacks on commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported explosions in the port cities of Bandar Abbas and Sirik. CNN operates in Iran only with the permission of the government but maintains full editorial control of its reports.

WRAL News

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· Jul 8, 2026

After launching strikes on Iran, Trump says ceasefire is 'over' but says negotiations can continue

The U.S. has launched strikes on Iran and revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil in retaliation for what it said were Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran hit back with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. U.S. President Donald Trump said later that the interim agreeme...

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jul 13, 2026

Iran carries out strikes on US bases across region

TEHRAN, July 13 (YPA) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Monday that it had carried out a series of attacks targeting US military bases across the region, in retaliation for US attacks against the country. The IRGC issued three separate statements detailing the strikes, which it said were retaliation for US attacks []

USA TODAY

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· Jul 7, 2026

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions over shipping and oil enforcement. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

India TV News

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· Jul 13, 2026

US launches fresh strikes against Iran as standoff over Strait of Hormuz escalates

The United States on early Monday (local time) launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran, with US Central Command saying the operation is intended to further degrade Tehran's ability to target civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The latest strikes came after Iran attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend.

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 9, 2026

Tensions flare in the Middle East: US strikes 90 targets in Iran, Trump says “I don’t know if they are worthy of a deal”

Tehran responds with strikes on US bases in Kuwait Bahrain - Ghalibaf warns over the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump leaves open the possibility of further, harsher strikes The post Tensions flare in the Middle East: US strikes 90 targets in Iran, Trump says “I don’t know if they are worthy of a deal” appeared first on ProtoThema English.

TRT World

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· Jul 9, 2026

IRGC strikes Gulf after US attacks kill at least 14 in Iran

The US and Iran exchanged another round of attacks, as President Trump says Iran is eager to negotiate despite ongoing military escalation. Rising oil price concerns and domestic political pressure in the US continue to cloud the prospects for a lasting peace. Our North America Correspondent Jon Brain reports.

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