Iran has reportedly initiated a series of attacks targeting U.S. positions in the Middle East.
On July 12, Russian news agency RIA Novosti cited Iran's state broadcaster Press TV, stating that Iran has conducted a series of strikes against U.S. targets in the region. Specific details regarding the targets, methods, and any casualties have not been disclosed.
This escalation comes amid heightened military tensions between the U.S. and Iran surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
Previously, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had fired warning shots at a vessel attempting to navigate an unauthorized route, which did not heed warnings to change course. The IRGC declared it would close the Strait of Hormuz and prohibit all shipping traffic until U.S. intervention in the region ceases.
In response, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) identified the vessel as the Cypriot-flagged container ship 'M/V GFS Galaxy,' claiming that one civilian crew member went missing due to the IRGC's attack, which also caused a fire onboard and damage to the engine room.
Following this incident, CENTCOM announced the commencement of its third airstrike against Iran this week. Reports indicate that Iran has since launched attacks on U.S. targets in the Middle East, suggesting a further escalation in hostilities between the two sides.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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