US strikes Iran for seventh consecutive night, CENTCOM: We are weakening Tehran's military capabilities

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The United States escalated its airstrike campaign on Iran over six consecutive days, broadening targets from military installations to civilian infrastructure including bridges, ports, and airports. Iranian authorities reported 38+ killed and 400+ wounded, while warning of regional retaliation in response to the strikes.
Progressive:Indiscriminate civilian targeting — Progressive outlets emphasized casualty figures and Iran's accusations that US forces deliberately struck civilian sites, highlighting humanitarian costs.
Conservative:Strategic infrastructure pressure — Conservative outlets framed strikes as deliberate economic pressure on Iran to weaken its control over the Strait of Hormuz, per Trump administration strategy.
The United States has launched another series of airstrikes against Iran, marking the seventh consecutive night of military operations, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced.
In a statement published on the X platform, CENTCOM confirmed that the attacks continue with the objective of weakening Iranian military capabilities.
"The attacks are designed to continue to degrade Iran's military capabilities, as directed by the Commander in Chief," the US military said in a statement.
Irani goditi depo municionesh dhe baza në Irak, si dhe një anije në Ngushticën e Hormuzit
The US military did not immediately provide details on the number of targets hit, their locations or the damage caused by the latest attacks.
The campaign of attacks comes at a time of high tensions between Washington and Tehran, with both sides engaged in military clashes and diplomatic efforts to manage the crisis.
According to US officials, the operations are aimed at limiting Iran's ability to develop and use military capabilities that could threaten US interests and its allies in the region. Meanwhile, Iranian authorities have criticized the US attacks and warned of consequences for continuing military operations. /Telegraph/ ...
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