US hits Iran as Houthis claim strikes on Saudi tankersPublished July 23, 2026last updated July 23, 2026 What you need to know - US launches 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran - A US-Iran ceasefire deal fell apart on July 8 - Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi oil tankers in Red Sea, say the tankers violated a naval blockade - Trump admin announces historic US-Saudi Arabic nuclear energy deal Follow below for the latest developments on the US war with Iran and news from the wider Middle East: US launches 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran The US military says it has begun a 12th consecutive night of strikes against Iran, as the conflict shows no sign of easing.
US Central Command (CENTCOM), said the strikes aimed to reduce further Iran’s ability to threaten ships in regional waters amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement came as US President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric toward Tehran, warning that the United States would respond directly to any new attacks on vessels in the strategic waterway.
Trump said the US would destroy one bridge or power plant for every Iranian attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The latest developments underline a growing focus on civilian and economic infrastructure as both sides continue to expand their military campaign around one of the world's most important energy and shipping routes.
Welcome to our coverage Welcome to our coverage of the US war with Iran. The US military has launched a 12th straight night of strikes on Iran as tensions continue to escalate. Meanwhile, the US and Saudi Arabia have signed a civilian nuclear cooperation pact, accompanied by a separate bilateral safeguards agreement, US officials said.
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