Iran says U.S. strikes expand, hitting bridges and energy targets
Iran says U.S. strikes expanded for six consecutive days, hitting bridges and energy targets and affecting Iranian infrastructure.
SourcesThe Guardian07:45 UTCThe New York Times10:27 UTCThe Washington Post10:48 UTCSave
The Guardian, The New York Times and The Washington Post
Key points
From The Guardian’s report
US strikes overnight hit Iranshahr airport, Bandar Abbas station, and two bridges, Iranian state media reported Friday.
Iran’s Hormozgan province airstrikes on two bridges left seven people dead, according to state and semi-official media.
American forces boarded the M/T Wen Yao in the Gulf of Oman to enforce a renewed blockade of Iranian ports.
Centcom said it redirected three commercial vessels attempting to run the blockade since it began 8pm GMT Tuesday.
Iran’s health ministry said 38 people were killed and more than 400 injured in recent US attacks since ceasefire.
Why it matters.The widening strikes and reported infrastructure damage show ongoing conflict impacts, including Iran’s retaliatory attack affecting a Kuwait power and desalination plan.
What to watch.Monitor reporting on further U.S. strike scope, Iran’s retaliation, and the status of the Kuwait power and desalination plan.
Perspective mix.3 center-left.RatingsAllSides and Media Bias/Fact CheckLean and credibility are curated from their public ratings.Unknown outlets stay unrated, never guessed.
Blindspot.No right-leaning outlet is covering this story. 2 of 3 outlets are United States-based. Worth knowing before you make up your mind.