Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:21pm on 18 Jul 2026,Saturday International
The United States carried out its seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military surveillance sites, logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage and maritime facilities, according to US Central Command. Iran responded with attacks targeting US allies, including Kuwait, while Jordan and Bahrain said they intercepted Iranian missiles. Explosions were reported near Bandar Abbas and other locations in southern Iran, with damage to infrastructure disrupting electricity, water and communications. The renewed fighting follows the collapse of a temporary ceasefire between Washington and Tehran. Tensions have also disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over global energy supplies. (PC: BBC)
