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US attacks southern Iran, as Tehran hits Gulf countries

The United States carried out a sixth night of major attacks on Iran, completing the wave at 01:40 GMT.

SourcesThe Guardian16:32 UTCAl Jazeera07:56 UTCSave

Key points

From Al Jazeera’s report
  • The United States carried out a sixth night of major attacks against Iran, completing a wave at 01:40 GMT.
  • Iran reports 38 deaths and more than 400 injuries from US attacks since June 22 Switzerland talks.
  • Iran says US strikes hit at least six bridges, a railway station, and other sites, including Hormozgan province bridges.
  • Gulf states attacked included Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Jordan, with multiple missiles and drones intercepted.
  • Iranian spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari said the Strait of Hormuz will never return to what it was.

Why it matters. Iran reports 38 deaths and more than 400 injuries since June 22, including strikes on at least six bridges and a railway station.

What to watch. Watch for results of Switzerland talks as Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will never return to what it was.

Coverage

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“US intensifies attacks on Iran as Tehran hits back at Gulf states”

Key points from The Guardian
  • The US intensified attacks on Iran, hitting targets near Tehran and a ship accused of breaking its blockade.
  • Six consecutive days of tit-for-tat strikes raise fears of total war and cast doubt on last month’s interim deal.
  • Iran retaliated with missiles and drones targeting US allies in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, plus an intercepted drone over Erbil.
  • Iran said it shut the strait of Hormuz, which handles about a fifth of global oil and gas exports.
  • Oil prices rose to about $85 a barrel as shipping disruptions continued and analysts warned of potential $100 levels.
SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian

“US attacks southern Iran, as Tehran hits Gulf countries: What’s the latest?”

Key points from Al Jazeera
  • The United States carried out a sixth night of major attacks against Iran, completing a wave at 01:40 GMT.
  • Iran reports 38 deaths and more than 400 injuries from US attacks since June 22 Switzerland talks.
  • Iran says US strikes hit at least six bridges, a railway station, and other sites, including Hormozgan province bridges.
  • Gulf states attacked included Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Jordan, with multiple missiles and drones intercepted.
  • Iranian spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari said the Strait of Hormuz will never return to what it was.
SourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Al Jazeera

Coverage

Oldest first · UTC
SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian“US intensifies attacks on Iran as Tehran hits back at Gulf states”
Key points from The Guardian
  • The US intensified attacks on Iran, hitting targets near Tehran and a ship accused of breaking its blockade.
  • Six consecutive days of tit-for-tat strikes raise fears of total war and cast doubt on last month’s interim deal.
  • Iran retaliated with missiles and drones targeting US allies in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, plus an intercepted drone over Erbil.
  • Iran said it shut the strait of Hormuz, which handles about a fifth of global oil and gas exports.
  • Oil prices rose to about $85 a barrel as shipping disruptions continued and analysts warned of potential $100 levels.
SourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Al Jazeera“US attacks southern Iran, as Tehran hits Gulf countries: What’s the latest?”
Key points from Al Jazeera
  • The United States carried out a sixth night of major attacks against Iran, completing a wave at 01:40 GMT.
  • Iran reports 38 deaths and more than 400 injuries from US attacks since June 22 Switzerland talks.
  • Iran says US strikes hit at least six bridges, a railway station, and other sites, including Hormozgan province bridges.
  • Gulf states attacked included Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Jordan, with multiple missiles and drones intercepted.
  • Iranian spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari said the Strait of Hormuz will never return to what it was.

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Ranked 4th of 10.

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8.8

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