The U.S. military conducted strikes on Iranian military targets in the Strait of Hormuz on July 8, 2026, according to a U.S. official. This marks the second consecutive day of U.S. attacks aimed at deterring Iran from targeting commercial vessels in the strait. Iranian state media reported that the strikes occurred in several locations, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Chabahar, and the Island of Lavan, along Iran's southern coast. The U.S. official indicated that the strikes on Wednesday were broader in scope than those conducted the previous day, targeting Iranian military coastal radars, anti-ship missile positions, and air defense systems. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that these actions were taken under the direction of the Commander in Chief to diminish Iran's capability to threaten navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing accountability for Iran's recent actions against commercial shipping.
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U.S. Military Conducts Strikes on Iranian Targets in Strait of Hormuz
On July 8, 2026, the U.S. military carried out strikes on Iranian military targets in the Strait of Hormuz for the second consecutive day. The strikes aimed to deter Iran from attacking commercial ships and included targets such as coastal radars and missile positions.
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