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U.S. launches dozens of strikes against Iran, citing attacks on commercial ships

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July 8, 2026

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The latest violence followed accusations by Qatar that Iran attacked a tanker ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

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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

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 12, 2026

US launches more strikes against Iran as conflict over Hormuz escalates

The United States launched several waves of strikes on Iran on Sunday over an Iranian attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend. Iran responded with attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Oman – the nation on the other side of the strait that Tehran has pressed to collaborate in managing shipping traffic. The US military said it was seeking “to degrade” Iran’s “ability to attack commercial ships freely...

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...

India TV News

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· Jul 12, 2026

US launches fresh strikes on Iran after Tehran 'blatantly' attacks ship, announces closure of Hormuz

The United States launched a fresh wave of retaliatory strikes against Iran after Tehran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces attacked the Cyprus-flagged container vessel M/V GFS Galaxy in the strategic waterway.

Sputnik

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· Jul 12, 2026

US, Iran Exchange Heavy Strikes After Hormuz Strait Closure

The United States attacked approximately 140 targets in Iran as part of its third wave of strikes this week, US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced. In response to US attacks in the south of the country, Iran struck a number of US military facilities in Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain, Press TV reported.

Wall Street Journal

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. and Iran Trade New Rounds of Attacks in Fight Over Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. conducted multiple waves of strikes on Iranian targets, while Iran fired at commercial vessels in the key waterway.

Iran Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

US releases footage of strikes on 90 Iranian military targets; Tehran warns of retaliation

Florida [US], July 9 (ANI): Escalating its military campaign in the Middle East, the United States has launched a fresh wave of precision strikes hitting approximately 90 Iranian military targets, deep inside the Islamic Republic, further intensifying a rapidly expanding regional conflict.According to US military officials, the latest round of aerial assaults specifically pounded key Iranian military assets, inc

Vatican News

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· 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

Irish Mirror

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· Jul 8, 2026

‘Hit them hard’: Trump orders new Iran strike after fiery NATO threat

The US has started additional strikes on Iranian targets after Iran's recent unjustified aggression against commercial shipping and civilian crews in the Strait of Hormuz

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.

Latestly.com

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Says Over 80 Iranian Targets Hit in Fresh Strikes After Attacks on Commercial Vessels in Hormuz Strait

The United States has carried out a new round of military strikes against Iran, targeting more than 80 sites in response to what Washington described as Tehran’s latest attacks on commercial vessels transiting the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

Legal Insurrection

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· Jul 9, 2026

U.S. Launches New Wave of Overnight Strikes as Iran Escalates 

CENTCOM: The U.S. struck approximately 90 Iranian military targets including air defense systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites, naval capabilities, and military logistics infrastructure along Iran’s coastline. The post U.S. Launches New Wave of Overnight Strikes as Iran Escalates first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

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/

Washington Examiner

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· Jun 27, 2026

US military launches ‘additional strikes’ against Iran after ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz

The United States military conducted strikes “against multiple targets in Iran” Saturday afternoon after Tehran launched a drone attack against a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz early Saturday morning. “CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping,” an official statement said. “U.S. military aircraft targeted Iranian []

NDTV

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Conducts Fresh Strikes Against Iran, Cites Attacks On Ships

The United States launched new strikes against Iran on Wednesday in a bid to curb Tehran's ability to target shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said.

Arab Times Online

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· Jul 7, 2026

US Launches Strikes on Iran After Deliberate Attacks on Commercial Vessels in Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON, Jul 8: The United States has launched a series of military strikes against Iran in response to attacks on three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, the...

Bloomberg

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Blocks Oil Sales in New Test of Ceasefire

The US carried out a new round of strikes in Iran targeting more than 80 sites and revoked a waiver allowing new sales of Iranian oil, further imperiling a peace agreement after a series of attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. (Source: Bloomberg)

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 8, 2026

US hits Iranian military sites after Strait of Hormuz ship attacks

The United States launched a sweeping wave of military strikes against Iranian military targets early Wednesday after three commercial vessels were attacked near the Strait of Horm...

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.

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 12, 2026

US and Iran trade fresh strikes across the Gulf as attacks widen

The US military launched a wave of strikes over the past hour against Iranian missile and air defence systems, as well as small boats, at various points around the Strait of Hormuz The post US and Iran trade fresh strikes across the Gulf as attacks widen appeared first on ProtoThema English.

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 7, 2026

U.S. Launches Strikes Against Iran Over Commercial Shipping Attacks

U.S. Launches Strikes Against Iran Over Commercial Shipping Attacks

BERNAMA

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· Jul 13, 2026

World : US Completes New Wave Of Strikes On Iran: CENTCOM

ISTANBUL, July 13 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- The US completed a new wave of offensive strikes against Iran, targeting dozens of military sites in an effort to degrade Iran's ability to continue attacking international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Anadolu Ajansi reported, citing the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).

Pajhwok Afghan News

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· Jun 27, 2026

US, Iran report reciprocal military strikes

The United States (US) has carried out airstrikes on targets in Iran, while Tehran has targeted US military positions in the region in response.

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...

Euronews

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump says ceasefire with Tehran 'over' after US and Iran exchange fire

Washington initiated strikes on Iran overnight in response to cargo vessels being hit in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran then launched its own attack targeting US bases in the Gulf.

teleSUR English

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· Jun 28, 2026

U.S. Launches First Wave of Strikes on Iran Since June 17 Memorandum

The United States launched a new series of strikes on Iran this Saturday, including surveillance infrastructure, communications systems, air defense positions, drone storage facilities, and naval mine deployment capabilities, in response to a drone attack attributed to Tehran against a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Central Command statement. Centcom stated that []

Investing.com

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· Jun 27, 2026

U.S. carries out fresh strikes on Iran after another ship is attacked

U.S. carries out fresh strikes on Iran after another ship is attacked

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 8, 2026

Iran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after US launches strikes and limits the sale of Iranian oil

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.

RTÉ News

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· Jul 8, 2026

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.

Tampa Free Press

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· 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

South Africa Today

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· Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Strikes Iran in the Strait of Hormuz After Commercial Vessel Attack

WASHINGTON — The United States has initiated a new wave of military strikes against Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the third such operation this week. The retaliatory U.S. strikes against Iran were ordered by the Commander in Chief following an aggressive maneuver by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) that targeted a commercial []

BBC News

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· Jun 27, 2026

US conducts retaliatory strikes on Iran after second shipping attack

The US said it had hit multiple targets in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping.

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

Daily Mirror

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· Jul 9, 2026

Iran live: Trump issues '20 times harder' threat after Hormuz 'retribution' strikes

The US has launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran after a number of ships were hit in the Strait of Hormuz - Donald Trump has warned of even more intense attacks

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

Haaretz

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· Jul 13, 2026

U.S. hits dozens of targets across Iran in overnight strikes, military says

U.S. hits dozens of targets across Iran in overnight strikes, military says

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 12, 2026

'Era of one-sided deals is OVER,' Iran's top negotiator says amid Hormuz tensions

Statement comes after Iran attacks US bases in Gulf and Washington launches a 3rd round of strikes on Iranian military targets

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jun 26, 2026

United States strikes Iran targets after attack on cargo ship

United States strikes Iran targets after attack on cargo ship

Arise News

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· Jul 8, 2026

US Strikes Iran Again  As Tehran Retaliates, Gulf States Sound Air Raid Sirens

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates and air raid sirens sound across Gulf states.

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.

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