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US Strikes on Southern Iran Infrastructure Widen War

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The US has launched strikes on tunnels, bridges, and other infrastructure in southern Iran, indicating a shift in strategy from targeting coastal installations. The move comes as the US and Iran are back at war following a prolonged truce.

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US Strikes on Southern Iran Infrastructure Widen War

The US has widened its war with Iran by launching strikes on infrastructure in the country's southern region. According to Iranian media and local officials, the strikes targeted bridges, tunnels, roads, rail infrastructure, power facilities, and desalination plants. The US has not officially confirmed the strikes, but the move suggests a shift in strategy from targeting coastal installations and maritime targets in the Strait of Hormuz. The US and Iran have been engaged in a prolonged but shaky truce, but the latest strikes indicate a return to hostilities. The strikes have dealt a fresh blow to global oil markets, with Brent crude prices reaching $100 on July 23, a nearly one-third increase from last month's low.

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US Military Conducts 12th Night of Strikes Against Iran

The US military announced that it was conducting a 12th night of strikes against Iran, with the aim of further degrading Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels. The strikes are part of a broader effort by the US to regain control over the Strait of Hormuz and restore the flow of international shipping. The US Central Command said the attacks were designed to further degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting regional waters. The strikes come as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate, with both sides targeting civilian infrastructure. According to the US Central Command, the attacks were launched from the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier. The US military has been conducting strikes against Iran for the past 12 nights, with the aim of degrading Iran's military capabilities. The strikes have been met with resistance from Iran, which has vowed to retaliate against the US. The situation remains tense, with both sides trading threats and counter-threats. The US military has said that it will continue to conduct strikes against Iran until its security is ensured. The strikes have been widely condemned by the international community, with many calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The situation remains fluid, with both sides continuing to trade threats and counter-threats. The US military has said that it will continue to conduct strikes against Iran until its security is ensured. The strikes have been widely condemned by the international community, with many calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

US Carries Out 12th Night of Strikes on Iran

The US has carried out 12 strikes against Iranian targets in the past 24 hours, according to the US military. The strikes are part of the US's efforts to contain Iran's nuclear program. The US has been involved in a series of military strikes against Iran in recent days, with the US saying it has destroyed several Iranian targets. The US has also warned Iran that it will destroy a bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz.

US Conducts 12th Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran

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US Military Strikes on Iran End After 11 Nights

The US military has confirmed that its latest strikes on Iran have ended, marking the 11th successive night of attacks. The strikes were conducted in response to what the US says are Iranian attacks on its interests in the region. The US has been conducting airstrikes on Iran's military targets in recent days, in response to what it says are Iranian attacks on its interests in the region. The strikes have been widely condemned by Iran and its allies, who say they are a violation of international law. The US has said that its actions are necessary to protect its interests in the region. The strikes have also raised concerns about the potential for a wider conflict in the region.

US Military Launches 11th Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran

The US military has launched its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, with the exact details of the strikes not provided in the snippet. The strikes were reportedly launched in response to Iranian military activities in the region.

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