US Launches Over 80 Strikes on Iran in Response to Hormuz Attacks
The United States launched over 80 strikes on Iran on July 8, 2026, in response to Iranian attacks on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes, carried out by Air Force and Navy tactical aircraft, were condemned by Iran as an act of aggression. Both sides accused each other of violating a June memorandum of understanding, escalating regional tensions.
Where Sources Diverge
Al-Jazeera reported that the US accused Iran of violating the MoU, while other sources focused on the direct response to the Hormuz attacks.
Both sides have accused each other of violating the memorandum of understanding signed in June.
The US military launched major strikes on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM said.
The number of targets hit was reported as over 80 by TASS, while other sources did not specify the exact number.
According to the US military, more than 80 targets were hit.
US bombs 80 targets in massive 'punishment' strikes against Iran.
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Both sides have accused each other of violating the memorandum of understanding signed in June.
The US military launched major strikes on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM said
According to the US military, more than 80 targets were hit
U.S. Central Command said the "powerful" strikes were in response to Iranian attacks on ships transiting the vital waterway and would "impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping"
According to the television channel's source, the strikes were carried out using Air Force and Navy tactical aircraft
The US strikes come after fresh Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest.
According to the US military, the strikes were carried out in response to attacks by the Islamic Republic on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz
The US strikes come after fresh Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest.
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