US Launches 10th Night of Strikes Against Iran
The US military has launched its 10th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian targets, aiming to degrade assets used to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Local residents in the Gulf region are witnessing an escalation of the conflict, which has entered a dangerous regional phase. The US forces’ latest offensive came after completing its 9th consecutive night of strikes, expanding their campaign to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and further degrade Iran’s military capabilities, including missile, drone, and maritime assets.
The conflict has sparked concerns among local investors and financial institutions, as the fighting is spreading beyond Iran’s borders, with Iran targeting US allies in the Gulf, including a US military base in Kuwait, as well as Bahrain and Jordan. Ali Bagheri Kani, Deputy Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, stated that the Strait of Hormuz is a source of Iran’s power and Tehran will never relinquish that leverage. He added that the Americans hope that by prolonging the war, they can extract concessions from Iran in negotiations.
The US military’s strikes on Iranian targets have been ongoing since July 13, 2026, with the US pounding nearly 170 Iranian military targets in 48 hours. The conflict has raised fears that the fighting is spreading beyond Iran’s borders, with the US launching fresh strikes on Iranian military sites near the Strait of Hormuz.
The latest escalation comes as the conflict enters a dangerous regional phase, with the US and Iran showing no signs of easing. The US military’s campaign to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and degrade Iran’s military capabilities has sparked concerns among local residents and investors, who are bracing for further escalation.
This development follows a prior report of US strikes on Iranian military targets, which highlighted the growing tensions in the region. The US military’s actions are aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for international trade, and countering Iran’s leverage in the conflict.
