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U.S. Strikes Damage Water Reservoirs in Iran, Affecting 20,000 Residents

The U.S. military struck two reservoirs in Sirik town, Iran, on June 10, 2026, damaging critical water infrastructure. The attack left 20,000 residents without safe drinking water. Iranian state media confirmed the damage to water tanks serving thousands of people.

The U.S. strikes targeted reservoirs in the Bemani and Kouhestak areas of Sirik town, according to The Hindu. The attack resulted in 20,000 residents losing access to safe drinking water. The New York Times reported that Iranian state media described the damage as affecting 'thousands' of people, without specifying a number.

Where Sources Diverge

Thehindu specifies the number of affected residents as 20,000, while nyt refers to 'thousands' without a specific figure.

the-hindu

20,000 residents of the region have lost access to safe drinking water

nyt

two water tanks serving thousands of people were damaged

Timelines

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Sources

IndependentNew York TimesJun 10, 04:51 PM
Drinking Water Facilities Hit by Strikes in Iran, State Media Reports

The state broadcaster said two water tanks serving thousands of people were damaged. The U.S. military did not respond to a request for comment.

IndependentThe HinduJun 10, 03:17 PM
Water cut off for thousands of Iranians after U.S. strikes: Iranian state media

The U.S. strikes damaged two reservoirs supplying the Bemani and Kouhestak areas of Sirik town and 20,000 residents of the region have lost access to safe drinking water