Drone comes down in Iraq's Faw port
Drone comes down in Iraq's Faw port A drone came down in Iraq's Faw port without causing any damage, Iraq's state news agency reported, without giving further details.
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US strikes kill at least seven at Iranian army base, Tasnim reports
US strikes kill at least seven at Iranian army base, Tasnim reports At least seven personnel were killed in US strikes on an Iranian military base in Bampur overnight, Iran's army said, according to Iran's Tasnim news agency. The army said the strikes were intended to cause maximum casualties, with 13 missiles hitting a guesthouse, guard posts and accommodation facilities at the base near the southeastern city of Iranshahr. It added that a number of personnel were also wounded and promised a "decisive response" to the attack.
Why the US-Iran escalation over Hormuz will not be the last
Why the US-Iran escalation over Hormuz will not be the last Submitted by Mohamad Elmasry on Tue, 07/14/2026 - 12:29 Washington cannot accept Iranian control of the Strait of Hormuz, and Tehran will not surrender it - a deadlock that points to years of confrontation Ships sail near the Strait of Hormuz off Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, 13 July 2026 (AFP) On There was optimism when the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June, intended to end the US-Israel-Iran war that began on 28 February and to establish a 60-day negotiating period leading to a final agreement on Iran's nuclear programme . But the 14-point document was hastily put together and includes nebulous articles open to interpretation. Disagreements over Article 5 - which concerns shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz - have caused skirmishes and led ultimately to last week's major escalation .
Latest round of US attacks kill two, injure over 260 in Iran
Latest round of US attacks kill two, injure over 260 in Iran Hossein Kermanpour, the spokesperson for the Iranian Health Ministry, indicated that the latest wave of US strike killed at least two women and wounded more than 260 people. He added that 222 of the injured have received treatment and were discharged.
Iran's Bushehr targeted by US attacks
Iran's Bushehr targeted by US attacks Iranian state media says the port city of Bushehr, located south west of the country, was targeted once again by US strikes.
Israeli air strike on home kills four members of the same family
Israeli air strike on home kills four members of the same family The death toll from an Israeli helicopter air strike early on Wednesday in Deir el-Balah, central Gaza Strip, has risen to four, including a six year-old child. The attack directly struck a family home, according to the Wafa news agency, killing 33 year-old Omar Sami Ahmed Abu Qassem, his wife Asmaa Ghazi Abu Qassem and their daughter Habiba Omar Sami Abu Qassem. The name of the fourth victim has yet to be reported.
Morning recap
Morning recap Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The IRGC detailed in several statements Iran's most recent strikes across the region, targeting sites in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan. US Central Command (Centcom) on the other hand said it completed its latest seven-hour wave of attacks against Iran, adding that it hit "dozens of military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and the country's coastal areas". Here are the latest developments from across the region: The head of US Central Command said that Iran had "intentionally targeted" seven commercial ships over the past week, resulting in "nearly a dozen" civilian crew members being killed, injured or going missing.
US strike hits wheat storage silo in Iran's Hoveyzeh
US strike hits wheat storage silo in Iran's Hoveyzeh A US strike hit a grain storage silo in Hoveyzeh, south west of Iran, early on Wednesday, state media reported. According to the deputy governor for security affairs in Khuzestan, another silo site in Dasht Azadegan County was also hit.
Iran relocates exam centres away from military sites
Iran relocates exam centres away from military sites Iran’s Education Ministry says examination centres located near sensitive or army infrastructure have been moved to safer locations, including public halls and religious centres, Fars news agency.
Centcom officials protest against Israeli transport minister's restrictions on refueling aircrafts
Centcom officials protest against Israeli transport minister's restrictions on refueling aircrafts Senior US Central Command (Centcom) officials have protested the to the Israeli military after Transport Minister Miri Regev ordered that no additional US refueling aircraft be allowed to land at Israel’s main international airport. According to Yedioth Ahronoth, a source familiar said US officials indicated that the decision directly undermines the operational needs of American forces in the region amid the ongoing escalation with Iran. An Israeli military official told the newspaper that the US request is "justified" as aircrafts are a "strategic asset" and are key to joint operational plans related to Tehran.
Centcom says seven-hour wave of strikes against Iran 'complete'
Centcom says seven-hour wave of strikes against Iran 'complete' US Central Command (Centcom) said it completed its latest seven-hour wave of attacks against Iran, adding that it hit "dozens of military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and the country's coastal areas". "U. S.
IRGC warns energy exports would be 'for everyone or for no one' if US interferes in maritime routes
IRGC warns energy exports would be 'for everyone or for no one' if US interferes in maritime routes The IRGC warned that if Washington sought to block the region's energy exports by controlling maritime routes, other routes serving US and allied interests could also be shut down. It added that regional energy exports would be "for everyone or for no one".
Iran claims attacks across the region, including in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait
Iran claims attacks across the region, including in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait The IRGC detailed in several statements Iran's most recent wave of attacks across the region, with targets in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan. Drones were used to target the al-Azraq base in Jordan, state TV IRIB reported. Meanwhile, cruise missiles were fired at a US military logistics centre at Mina Abdullah in Kuwait.
Trump threatens to target Iran's power plants, bridges next week if talks not resumed
Trump threatens to target Iran's power plants, bridges next week if talks not resumed US President Donald Trump warned that Washington will begin targeting Iran's power plants and bridges next week unless Tehran returns to the negotiating table. "We're going to hit them very hard tonight. We're going to hit them very hard tomorrow night.
Bahrain sounds off sirens, Kuwait says intercepting Iranian drones
Bahrain sounds off sirens, Kuwait says intercepting Iranian drones Bahrain sounded an air raid siren, the interior ministry said on Wednesday, urging citizens and residents to remain calm and head to the nearest safe place. Elsewhere in Kuwait, the military said it was intercepting Iranian drones: "Kuwaiti air defenses are currently engaging hostile drone attacks following the nefarious Iranian aggression.
Bottled water factory in western Iran struck
Bottled water factory in western Iran struck A bottled water factory in Iran’s western Ilam province was reportedly hit by three projectiles, according to state media. Dehloran Governor Morad Yeganeh indicated that the strikes caused damage to equipment at the production facility , but did not identify any perpetrators. No casualties were reported.
Head of US Central Command says Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week
Head of US Central Command says Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week The head of US Central Command said that Iran had "intentionally targeted" seven commercial ships over the past week, resulting in "nearly a dozen" civilian crew members being killed, injured or going missing. "Iranian forces have also launched dozens of missiles and drones toward neighboring Gulf countries," Admiral Brad Cooper said in a statement, adding US forces are holding Tehran accountable for "unwarranted aggression".
Iran calls US attack on Hormozgan ‘latest war crime’
Iran calls US attack on Hormozgan ‘latest war crime’ Iran’s Foreign Minister spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said that the US military’s attack on a ranger post in Hormozgan is the latest example in a list of American war crimes against Iran which “grows longer every day”. Baghaei noted that the attack on Tuesday morning in the village of Seyed Jowzar in northern Hormozgan killed three members of a family working as rangers in the area. “This is merely the latest example of America’s heinous war crimes over the past four and a half months, which began with the assassination of Iranian leaders, children, women, and men in Tehran and Minab and Lamard,” he said.
IMO condemns attacks on shipping in Hormuz that killed two sailors
IMO condemns attacks on shipping in Hormuz that killed two sailors The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) issued a statement on Tuesday condemning the latest attacks on shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz which led to the deaths of at least two seafarers and the injuries of several others. “The cycle of escalation must end. These actions carry profound human costs and consequences that will be felt across the region and far beyond its borders,” the statement added.
US strikes confirmed near Iran’s Hajiabad
US strikes confirmed near Iran’s Hajiabad Hormozgan Governorate officials have confirmed that US projectile strikes hit a location near the city of Hajiabad in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province, according to Iran's Mehr news agency.
