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Iran warns of full-scale offensive after seventh night of US air strikes
Published 18 July 2026 · world
The United States has launched a seventh consecutive night of air strikes on Iran, targeting military and infrastructure sites across the country's south and centre
The United States has launched a seventh consecutive night of air strikes on Iran, targeting military and infrastructure sites across the country's south and centre. Iranian officials report casualties following attacks in Hormozgan province, while Tehran has warned that continued US strikes could trigger a broader offensive.
Iran's armed forces say they have launched drone attacks targeting US military assets in Kuwait and Jordan. The escalating conflict has also heightened tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, as diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional war continue.
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Published: July 18, 2026 • 8:39 AM IST · Updated: July 18, 2026 • 9:10 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The United States has launched a seventh consecutive night of air strikes on Iran, targeting military and infrastructure sites across the country's south and centre.
Iranian officials report casualties following attacks in Hormozgan province, while Tehran has warned that continued US strikes could trigger a broader offensive.
Iran's armed forces say they have launched drone attacks targeting US military assets in Kuwait and Jordan.
The escalating conflict has also heightened tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, as diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional war continue.
Al Jazeera's correspondents report from Tehran, Washington and Doha.
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