live U.S. launches seventh night of Iran strikes as Hormuz tensions deepen

U.S. launches seventh night of Iran strikes as Hormuz tensions deepen
Smoke rises from an explosion during U.S. strikes on Iran in this handout image released by CENTCOM, 17 July 2026.
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The United States launched a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran as Tehran targeted U.S. allies in the Gulf, while tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz.

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U.S. urges Americans to reconsider travel across the Middle East

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The U.S. State Department has urged Americans to reconsider travel to and through the Middle East as regional tensions continue to rise.

In a post on X, the department said the security environment remained complex, with the potential for further escalation. It advised U.S. citizens already in the region to remain cautious, monitor developments and check with airlines as flight schedules could change.

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Iran warns countries hosting US forces against attacks

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Iran's IRGC says countries hosting U.S. forces should expect a "corresponding response" if their territory is used for attacks on Iran, Tasnim reports.

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Kuwait intercepts Iranian missiles and drones

Reuters

Kuwait's army says it is intercepting missiles and drones launched from Iran.

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Missiles hit power and water facilities in Iran's Jask, media reports

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Iranian media, citing a local official, said several missiles struck power facilities and desalination water pumps in Jask.

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Explosions heard in Iran’s Khorramabad, state media reports

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Iranian state media reported explosions in the western city of Khorramabad.

⦿ 03:46 GMT | UPDATE

Sirens sound for third time in Bahrain

Reuters

Sirens sounded for a third time in Bahrain, the Interior Ministry said.

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U.S. completes seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran

Reuters

The U.S. military said it has completed a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military logistics infrastructure and other sites.

CENTCOM added that more than 50,000 American troops across the Middle East remain "vigilant, lethal and ready".

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