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US Intensifies Strikes on Iranian Military Targets for 11th Night

· Published JUL 22, 2026 · 01:20 UTC · Updated JUL 22, 2026 · 10:45 UTC
US Intensifies Strikes on Iranian Military Targets for 11th Night

For the 11th consecutive night, US Central Command (CENTCOM) has executed air strikes against Iranian military installations. The mission aims to degrade Iran's capability to pose threats to commercial shipping in the critical Strait of Hormuz. Targets reportedly include operations centers, maritime assets, aircraft hangars, drone storage units, and logistics infrastructure.

Reports indicate that massive explosions were audible in Tehran with the activation of air defense systems observed across the city. Additional detonations have been noted in southern Iran, particularly around Bushehr and Sirik. The southwestern province of Khuzestan has also witnessed attacks, with sites near Behbahan and Omidiyeh being targeted as part of an ongoing military campaign.

This latest round of strikes represents a geographical shift beyond the southern focus, with the cities of Tehran and Tabriz experiencing direct hits. These actions occur amid a broader geopolitical tension, where Gulf states have increasingly come under attack by Iranian forces. Additionally, the US Secretary of War has cited the mounting financial burden of the conflict, prompting critical debate within Washington regarding military expenditures.

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