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US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night

US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night
BBC World Saturday 18 July 2026, 01:16 UTC 1 min read
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The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.
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