The U.S. military has conducted airstrikes against Iran for the third consecutive day. Following the attacks, multiple explosions were reported in key southern regions of Iran.
On July 13, the U.S. Central Command announced that additional airstrikes against Iran had begun under the direction of President Donald Trump.
The Central Command stated, "We will continue to impose significant costs on the Iranian military," emphasizing its goal to weaken Iran's military capabilities to attack civilians and commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Details regarding specific targets and the extent of damage from the latest strikes have not been disclosed. Previous airstrikes targeted Iran's air defense systems, coastal radar, missile and drone equipment, and naval facilities.
Iranian media reported seven explosions in Bandar Abbas, the country's largest southern port city, and two more on Kish Island. Casualties and damage to facilities have yet to be confirmed.
Iran has claimed to have retaliated against U.S. forces, stating it launched cruise missiles and drones at U.S. naval vessels and military facilities in Kuwait. They also claimed to have shot down a U.S. drone over the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. has not confirmed these Iranian claims.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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