ISLAMABAD – The military confrontation between US and Iran intensified dramatically over past 24 hours, with fresh U.S. strikes reported inside Iran followed by Iranian retaliatory attacks targeting American-linked military sites and strategic infrastructure across the Gulf region.
The latest developments mark one of broadest regional escalations of the conflict to date.
US Strikes in Iran
According to reports, U.S. strikes were carried out at multiple locations across Iran, including:
- Ahvaz
- Yazd
- Darab
- Lar
- Sirik
In Iran’s Hormozgan Province, local authorities reported significant damage to civilian infrastructure. Approximately 10,000 people were left without access to water after attacks reportedly damaged key facilities. Officials also said two bridges and one tunnel were struck during the operation.
The reported attacks add to an expanding U.S. campaign targeting Iranian infrastructure and military-linked assets.
The fighting has spilled into the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest and most strategically important maritime corridors for global oil and gas shipments.
Four commercial ships halted operations following missile and drone attacks. Two vessels attempting to transit a reportedly mined section of the waterway experienced explosions. The disruptions have raised fresh concerns over global energy supplies, shipping security, and the stability of international trade through the Gulf.
Iran Retaliatory Strikes
Iraq
Strikes were reported near:
- Erbil
- Sulaymaniyah
Jordan
An attack was reported inside the kingdom.
Kuwait
Reported targets included:
- A power generation facility
- A water treatment facility
Bahrain
Reported targets included:
- A drone depot
- An AI-assisted targeting center
Oman
Strikes were reported near:
- Sirik
- Ghanem
Iran stated that the attacks were carried out in retaliation for ongoing U.S. military operations. Regional governments are continuing to assess the extent of the damage, while tensions remain at their highest level in years.
The latest exchange of strikes has significantly expanded the geographic scope of the conflict, affecting multiple countries across the Middle East and disrupting one of the world’s most critical maritime trade routes.
US pounds Iran for seventh straight night; Tehran reports civilian casualties
