US military says launched 'wave of strikes' on Iran

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: Iran

World / International

US military says launched 'wave of strikes' on Iran

The United States launched a wave of strikes against Iran, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). The strikes aim to degrade Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington also reimposed a naval blockade.

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