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2026-07-15 10:16:13
[US Launches New Strikes Against Iran, Simultaneously Resumes Maritime Blockade] (1) The US Central Command launched a seven-hour military strike against Iran at 10 p.m. Eastern Time on July 14, using fighter jets, drones, and naval vessels, and precision-guided weapons to hit dozens of military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and along the Iranian coast. (2) The strikes targeted Iranian missile and drone sites, naval forces, and coastal defense systems, aiming to further weaken its ability to threaten merchant ships and civilian crews. This operation was carried out simultaneously with the US military's resumption of the maritime blockade of ships traveling to and from Iranian ports and coastal areas, which took effect at 4 p.m. (3) The US military stated that its forces remain highly vigilant and combat-ready, ready to execute any follow-up orders issued by the Commander-in-Chief.
