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US Strikes Southern Iran Again as Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz
Published 13 July 2026 · world
The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes in southern Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions have been reported in
The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes in southern Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions have been reported in several places including Bandar Abbas, Sirri, Jask and Qeshm Island, Iranian state media said.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes followed attacks on commercial shipping and targeted Iranian military capabilities in the strategic waterway. Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes, accusing Washington of violating the memorandum of understanding and warning regional countries against supporting US military operations.
Al Jazeera reports from Washington and Tehran on the latest developments and the increasing risk of further escalation. Find us on Check our website Check
Published: July 13, 2026 • 6:18 AM IST · Updated: July 13, 2026 • 6:38 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes in southern Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.
Explosions have been reported in several places including Bandar Abbas, Sirri, Jask and Qeshm Island, Iranian state media said.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes followed attacks on commercial shipping and targeted Iranian military capabilities in the strategic waterway.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes, accusing Washington of violating the memorandum of understanding and warning regional countries against supporting US military operations.
Al Jazeera reports from Washington and Tehran on the latest developments and the increasing risk of further escalation.
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