Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
The United States and Iran are engaged in an escalating military conflict involving airstrikes and maritime blockades near the Strait of Hormuz. Both nations have reported retaliatory attacks on military and civilian infrastructure across the region.
Why it matters
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the escalation of military strikes threaten global oil supplies and regional stability.
Figure caption, Watch: Iranian bridge damaged following latest wave of strikes
The report balances claims from both the US and Iranian sides while citing independent verification where possible.
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