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Tehran: The United States has launched fresh military campaign against Iran by carrying out airstrikes on bridges in the country's southern region, marking a significant expansion of its ongoing operations.
According to Iranian state media, at least seven people were killed in the latest strikes, while Tehran responded with another round of missile attacks targeting US-aligned countries in the Gulf.
According to Iranian media, overnight airstrikes hit bridges in Bandar Khamir in Hormozgan province, located along the Strait of Hormuz. Separate strikes were also reported near Tehran and Semnan, areas associated with Iran's missile and aerospace infrastructure.
The latest attacks indicate a shift in Washington's military strategy, with infrastructure becoming a key focus of its operations.
In response, Iran fired missiles toward several Gulf nations aligned with the United States. Authorities in Qatar issued emergency alerts urging residents to seek shelter as air defence systems intercepted incoming missiles. Previous attacks had also targeted Bahrain and Kuwait, reflecting the widening regional impact of the conflict.
Iran has warned that military action will intensify if US operations continue.
The Strait of Hormuz continues to dominate the confrontation between Washington and Tehran. The United States has tightened maritime restrictions around Iranian ports in an effort to disrupt crude oil exports, while Iran insists that foreign interference in the strategic waterway will not be accepted.
The route is one of the world's busiest energy corridors, carrying a substantial share of global oil and natural gas shipments.
Growing hostilities have disrupted commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with several vessels delaying transit or altering operations due to security concerns. As military exchanges intensify and diplomatic efforts remain stalled, analysts warn that further escalation could increase pressure on global energy markets and regional stability.
