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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
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ArcaMax
· Jun 26, 2026
US strikes Iran in response to Strait of Hormuz ship attack
WASHINGTON — The United States attacked Iran one day after Tehran struck a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, an exchange that threatened to break the fragile ceasefire between the two countries. U.S. Central Command said that American ...
Sputnik
· Jul 12, 2026
Iran and US Exchange Fresh Strikes Amid Escalating Gulf Tensions – Reports
An Iranian strike targeted a US vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, with American attacks along Iran's southern coast reported shortly after.
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 8, 2026
Tehran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes, oil curbs
The US military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked ran’s ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait. The regional crossfire raised the risks that an interim [] The post Tehran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes, oil curbs appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Euronews
· Jul 12, 2026
Iran attacks Gulf states to impose its Hormuz battle lines
Iran launched waves of attacks across the Gulf in response to US airstrikes the night before, signalling the Islamic Republic’s refreshed strike capabilities, while claiming sole control of the Strait of Hormuz. The Gulf states are once again on the frontlines of the growing US-Iran confrontation.
Tampa Free Press
· Jul 12, 2026
US Unleashes Massive Airstrikes After Ship Attack, Iran Retaliates Across Gulf
The United States launched a major military assault against Iran early Sunday morning, striking approximately 140 targets in response to an Iranian attack on a civilian container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The initial maritime strike left the vessel ablaze and one crew member missing, triggering an immediate and heavy U.S. aerial response. Iran [] US Unleashes Massive Airstrikes After Ship Attack, Iran Retaliates Across Gulf
Al-Monitor
· Jun 26, 2026
US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on Middle East truce
Iran launched attacks on US sites in the Gulf in response to American strikes on the country, state media said Saturday, after Washington accused Tehran of attacking one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.The trading of fire raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to a war that began on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
Al Jazeera
· Jun 28, 2026
Why is Article 5 of MoU causing confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran and the US trade attacks over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, which has emerged as a major sticking point.
Investing.com
· Jul 12, 2026
US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed, Gulf states hit
US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed, Gulf states hit
India TV News
· Jul 12, 2026
US-Iran war LIVE updates: Tehran hits US bases across Gulf as Middle East on boil again
Iran hit out at its neighbouring nations in the Gulf in an apparent response to the US attack on Tehran early on Sunday. The US hit Iran over an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, which led to a container ship being set ablaze, forcing its crew to abandon it. Iran attacked the US bases in Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The Strait of Hormuz has been a sticky point in any further negotiations between Iran and the United States.
The korea Herald News
· Jul 8, 2026
Iran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The US military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic’s ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait. The regional crossfire raised the risks that an interim agreement to halt fighting in the war could break down, putting the Middle East again at risk of a wider conflict. Th
Arutz Sheva
· Jun 28, 2026
US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz
United States says it attacked Iranian targets in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, in response to an attack on a merchant vessel attributed to Iran.
Egypt Independent
· Jul 12, 2026
Iran launched strikes on US military targets across the Gulf, Iran state media reports
Iran targeted several US military sites across the Gulf early Sunday, Iranian state media reported, following the latest round of attacks launched by the US. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched ballistic missiles at the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, according to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB. The IRGC also carried out what it The post Iran launched strikes on US military targets across the Gulf, Iran state media reports appeared first on Egypt Independent.
MS NOW
· Jul 12, 2026
Iran targets Gulf states after U.S. strikes Iran over ship attack in strait
The burst of fighting raised new questions about efforts to reach a permanent end to a war that began on Feb. 28. The post Iran targets Gulf states after U.S. strikes Iran over ship attack in strait appeared first on MS NOW.
CityNews Montreal
· Jul 7, 2026
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran, revokes oil sales permit after 3 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic’s ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran immediately warned Washington it would “take whatever measures it deems necessary,” raising the risks [] The post U.S. launches new strikes on Iran, revokes oil sales permit after 3 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
NDTV
· Jul 10, 2026
War Or Peace? Trump Says Talks On After Iran Plea 'But Ceasefire Is Over'
After a series of attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, US forces struck targets in Iran over two days this week. Tehran responded with attacks on American bases in the region.
Washington Examiner
· Jul 11, 2026
Iran hits cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz as CENTCOM announces new strikes
An Iranian missile has struck a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iran’s military to declare the waterway closed and U.S. Central Command to announce new strikes on the country. The attack, which occurred early Sunday local time, comes after the collapse of a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. []
BRICS News
· Jul 10, 2026
JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 US demands Iran publicly announce that Strait of Hormuz is open and that it won& [...]
JUST IN: US demands Iran publicly announce that Strait of Hormuz is open and that it won't attack ships anymore.@BRICSNews
Ya Libnan
· Jul 12, 2026
U.S. launches new Iran strikes after IRGC attacks and damages a ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iranian forces attacked a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and ordered the closure of the waterway. The U.S. military launched a new round of strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday in response to an IRGC missile attack that left a commercial cargo ship badly damaged. The renewed exchange of fire further []
World Israel News
· Jul 12, 2026
US bombs 140 targets across Iran as Tehran targets US bases across Mideast
After Iran declared Strait of Hormuz closed and crippled civilian vessel, US forces bomb Iranian military positions, while Tehran targets American bases. The post US bombs 140 targets across Iran as Tehran targets US bases across Mideast appeared first on World Israel News.
Haaretz
· Jul 12, 2026
IRGC: Gulf U.S. bases, vessel in Hormuz targeted after U.S. strikes Iran overnight
IRGC: Gulf U.S. bases, vessel in Hormuz targeted after U.S. strikes Iran overnight
South China Morning Post
· Jul 13, 2026
Iran war is no longer a contest over just the Strait of Hormuz
Early on July 12, after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice and struck a Cyprus-flagged container ship, the United States launched its third round of strikes in a week, hitting some 140 targets. Most were along Iran’s southern coast overlooking the strait – including Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Jask and Qeshm – but one strike days earlier pointed to a different logic. On July 9, US cruise missiles hit the Aq Taqeh Khan bridge in Aq Qala, in the northern province of Golestan,...
Vanguard News
· Jun 27, 2026
US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on peace deal
Iran launched attacks on US sites in the Gulf in response to American strikes on the country, state media said Saturday, after Washington accused Tehran of attacking one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The post US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on peace deal appeared first on Vanguard News.
NBC News
· Jul 12, 2026
US Launches New Strikes on Iran After It Closes Strait of Hormuz
The United States launched new attacks on Iran after the Iranians, again, shut down the Strait of Hormuz. This comes hours after Iran’s new supreme leader vowed revenge for the death of his father in the opening hours of the war. NBC’s Raf Sanchez reports for Sunday TODAY.
South Africa Today
· Jul 13, 2026
US Strikes Iran Escalate: 140 Targets Hit as Strait of Hormuz Standoff Fractures Ceasefire
WASHINGTON — As the US strikes Iran, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that American forces have launched a massive wave of military operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz. The Pentagon stated that the Commander-in-Chief directed the weekend and early Monday assaults to hold Tehran accountable and degrade its capacity to threaten civilian mariners and []
Sky News Australia
· Jul 8, 2026
US unleashes massive 80-target retaliation after Iranian attacks
Sky News Defence Analyst Peter Jennings says the United States struck up to 90 targets near the Strait of Hormuz after Iran targeted commercial shipping. “The escalation was significant; the Americans hit somewhere between 80 and 90 targets,” Mr Jennings told Sky News host Jaimee Rogers. “All of those targets were in and around the northern end of the Strait of Hormuz after the Iranians had attacked three commercial ships.”
Middle East Eye
· Jun 27, 2026
US says it hit Iran after tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz
US says it hit Iran after tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz The US military says it has launched fresh strikes on several targets in Iran after another attack on a ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command said the operation took place on Saturday after Iran attacked a Panama-flagged oil tanker earlier in the day. CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping, it said in a statement.
Latestly.com
· Jul 10, 2026
US-Iran Conflict Escalates: Tehran Targets Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait After Fresh US Airstrikes
The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting U.S.-allied Mideast countries in an exchange of fire that threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East. Back-and-forth attacks, including a day earlier, have repeatedly threatened the ceasefire.
The Economic Times
· Jul 13, 2026
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz
Associated Press
· Jul 8, 2026
US military strikes Iran after it says Tehran attacked 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has attacked Iran after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Jon Gambrell with The Associated Press in Dubai explains how the assault Wednesday came as part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic’s ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. #news #iran #usa Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
Intel Slava
· Jul 8, 2026
[Photo] 🇮🇷❌🇺🇸 — Iranian missile waves continue striking US bases in the Persian Gulf.
— Iranian missile waves continue striking US bases in the Persian Gulf.
Korea Times News
· Jul 12, 2026
US launches airstrikes on Iran; Tehran lashes out at Gulf states
US launches airstrikes on Iran; Tehran lashes out at Gulf states
Times of India
· Jun 28, 2026
'Vigilant, lethal and ready': US conducts strikes on 10 Iranian military targets — video
US forces launched strikes on 10 Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz following an Iranian drone attack on a commercial oil tanker. The operation, ordered by President Trump, targeted surveillance, communication, and drone facilities. This escalation occurs despite an interim ceasefire, with Washington warning of further action if hostilities persist.
Sweden Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
US says it attacked Iran in response to Strait of Hormuz shipping attacks, Iran calls it ceasefire violation
US says it attacked Iran in response to Strait of Hormuz shipping attacks, Iran calls it ceasefire violation
Bloomberg
· Jul 13, 2026
Sfakianakis: Iran Tests US Resolve in Hormuz
Iran and the United States traded tit-for-tat attacks over the weekend, with both sides issuing conflicting declarations on whether the Strait of Hormuz is open for shipping. John Sfakianakis, Chief Economist and Head of Research at the Gulf Research Center, told Abeer Abu Omar on Horizons Middle East and Africa that return to a full scale-war is a possibility but we are not yet there. (Source: Bloomberg)
KTLA 5
· Jul 10, 2026
US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across Mideast
The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting U.S.-allied Mideast countries in an exchange of fire that threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1
Iran Herald
· Jul 12, 2026
Fresh U.S.-Iran clashes spark regional concerns, calls for de-escalation
CAIRO, July 12 (Xinhua) -- The United States and Iran exchanged a fresh round of attacks over navigation in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, despite a memorandum of understanding signed by the two countries in June, raising concerns over renewed regional escalation.The U.S. Central Command said in a post on X early Sunday that its forces had completed a third round of strikes this week against Iran, holding Iran
Vatican News
· Jul 13, 2026
US launches new strikes as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. conducts a fresh wave of strikes on Iran in response to Iranian forces hitting a ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Read all
KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 12, 2026
US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran lashes out again at Gulf Arab states
The United States has attacked Iran over an Iranian attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.
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