IRGC Navy closed the Strait of Hormuz “until further notice” (Jul 12) and struck the M/V GFS Galaxy container ship, triggering the third US strike wave in a week. CENTCOM announced fresh strikes at 7:15 PM ET Jul 11. Hegseth: “Iran made a poor choice. Now they pay.” Iran refuses all negotiations unless Washington changes its stance. Mojtaba Khamenei pledges revenge; Trump threatens “decimation.” Unclaimed airstrikes hit Iran (Jul 10), raising Gulf state involvement. Iran officially confirms 17 killed, 115 wounded from Jul 7–9 strikes. Iran reports ~$300M in research infrastructure damage.
Iran says no talks until US changes approach (Fars, Jul 11). US demands: Hormuz open + enriched uranium handover. Oman two-corridor proposal under discussion. Araghchi meets Omani FM in Muscat; Qatar delegation visits Tehran. Pakistan Deputy PM Dar calls Saudi FM to coordinate de-escalation. Iran Health Ministry confirms 17 killed, 115 wounded in Jul 7–9 strikes (AP, Jul 12). Ghalibaf: “This confrontation will never end with Iran’s surrender.” Switzerland and Rome talks uncertain.
Active strikes. Hormuz collapsed. 2x US carrier groups. Diplomacy fragile.
Trump declared it over Jul 7. Technical talks continue.
Down from 110. GPS spoofing active. 20% of global oil.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand issued a statement saying Ottawa “stands with the Gulf States as they face another barrage of attacks from Iran.” Anand said the latest attacks “undermine efforts to restore security and stability in the region” and that strikes on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz “are a violation of international law.” Canada becomes the latest Western nation to publicly condemn Iran’s escalation, joining the UK which earlier criticized both sides while urging de-escalation.
Al Jazeera / Global Affairs CanadaTwo Israeli artillery shells hit the town of Kfar Tebnit in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh district, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA). The attack originated from Israeli army positions in the occupied border area. Earlier, Israel also carried out artillery attacks on the town of Zawtar al-Sharqiyah near Mayfadoun. No casualties were reported. The shelling comes amid Israel’s broader military campaign against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, raising concerns that the US-Iran and Israel-Lebanon fronts could converge into a wider regional conflagration.
Al Jazeera / Lebanon NNAIranian state media Mehr and Fars news agencies reported several new explosions in the port city of Bandar Abbas and the Qeshm Island maritime area at around 16:07 GMT. The nature of the blasts was not immediately known. The explosions suggest ongoing kinetic activity in the strategic Hormuz coastal zone after CENTCOM had declared the third round of strikes complete earlier in the day, potentially indicating a fourth wave or follow-up strikes against remaining Iranian military targets.
Al Jazeera / Mehr & FarsPresident Donald Trump told CNN’s Jake Tapper on the State of the Union program that the United States hit Iran “very hard last night” and claimed a deal had been within reach before the IRGC struck the GFS Galaxy. “We had a deal with them yesterday,” Trump said. “They were giving up everything, and then all of the sudden, two hours after that, they hit a ship with a drone.” On the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said “it’s open as far as we’re concerned,” directly contradicting Iran’s formal closure declaration. The interview marked the president’s first detailed on-camera remarks about the rapidly escalating conflict since the third wave of strikes began.
CNN / State of the UnionUS Central Command directly refuted Iran’s formal closure declaration, posting an infographic titled “STRAIT OF HORMUZ OPEN FOR TRANSIT.” CENTCOM stated the Strait of Hormuz is “open to all vessels seeking to lawfully transit the international waterway” and that US forces are “positioned and prepared to ensure that freedom of navigation remains available despite unwarranted Iranian aggression, harassment, threats, and arbitrary declarations.” The command added that “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz” and alleged “traffic is flowing.” Since early May, CENTCOM said it has facilitated 800+ commercial vessels and 400 million barrels of crude oil through the strait. The statement is the most forceful US refutation of Iran’s Hormuz closure claim to date, directly challenging the IRGC Navy’s “until further notice” closure of the strategic waterway.
CENTCOM on X • Al Jazeera LiveUS Central Command issued a follow-up CLAIM/FACT post responding to an Iranian IRGC-Navy commander’s statement on state-owned media that no foreign vessels may pass through the Strait of Hormuz without being identified, tracked, and monitored by Iranian forces. CENTCOM’s reply: “FACT: Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz. It remains an international waterway. U.S. forces are positioned and prepared to keep it that way.” The post marks the second direct CENTCOM refutation of Iranian claims about the strait in a matter of hours, reinforcing the message that the US considers the waterway open for transit under international maritime law. The post received 168,000+ views within hours of publication.
CENTCOM on X (CLAIM/FACT) • Al Jazeera Live (14:15 GMT)Oman’s Foreign Ministry summoned Iranian Ambassador Mousa Fereidoun to deliver a formal protest note after Iranian drones struck sites in the governorates of Musandam and al-Batinah. During the meeting, Omani officials “expressed the Sultanate of Oman’s dismay at these irresponsible acts,” calling for adherence to state sovereignty, good neighbourliness, non-interference in internal affairs, and respect for the customs binding the two countries. The rare public diplomatic rebuke from Oman — the lead mediator in US-Iran talks — underscores how Iran’s overnight retaliation has damaged relations with its key interlocutor. Oman also separately confirmed 23 seafarers rescued from the GFS Galaxy while search continues for one missing crew member.
Al Jazeera / AJENews • Middle East Eye • ONA (Oman News Agency)The United Arab Emirates issued a formal condemnation of the renewed Iranian strikes targeting Gulf states. The Foreign Ministry said the “aggressive attacks constitute a blatant violation of the sovereignty of these brotherly nations and a threat to their security and stability.” The UAE reiterated its solidarity with Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait — all of which came under Iranian missile and drone attack during the overnight barrage. The condemnation marks the UAE’s strongest statement against Tehran since the latest round of escalation, following earlier Iranian MP threats that the Emirates would “pay the price” for alleged cooperation with the US.
Al Jazeera / AJENews • Al Jazeera LiveThe Maritime Security Centre confirmed it rescued 23 seafarers from the GFS Galaxy container ship, which was struck by the IRGC in the Strait of Hormuz. India’s Foreign Ministry earlier confirmed 10 of 11 Indian nationals on board had been rescued, with one still unaccounted for. Oman’s government later said in a broader statement that 23 sailors in total were rescued from the stricken vessel. UKMTO had previously reported the crew abandoned ship after the IRGC attack disabled the engine room and started a fire. The search for the single missing crew member continues.
AJENews / Maritime Security Centre • Al Jazeera LiveThe US Embassy in Oman warned American citizens to shelter in place if they are in the city of Duqm and the governorate of Musandam “due to recent activity.” The embassy advised those in the affected areas to remain in their residence, hotel, or another structure and stay away from windows. The warning comes after the IRGC claimed a “heavy and surprise” attack on logistics support centres and refuelling platforms at the Port of Duqm, and after Oman confirmed drone strikes on the Musandam Governorate. The embassy also noted that people wanting to leave the Middle East can receive assistance from the US government.
AJENews / US Embassy Muscat • USEmbMuscat on XAmerican air strikes on Iran killed Lieutenant Hamidreza Dehghani of the Iranian navy in the port of Jask, local media reported. Another military member was killed in Bushehr in southwestern Iran, sources told Al Jazeera. The total death toll over the past four days is now 19 with more than 100 people wounded in US strikes, including civilians among the dead. The updated casualty figures come as the third wave of US strikes continues to expand across southern and western Iran.
Al Jazeera / AJENewsJordan issued a strong condemnation of Iranian attacks on its Gulf neighbours, describing the drone and missile strikes as a “blatant violation of their sovereignty, a threat to their security, stability, and territorial integrity, a dangerous escalation” and “a flagrant breach of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.” The statement comes after Iran’s IRGC said it destroyed a command-and-control centre and MQ-9 Reaper drone hangars at the US Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan, and after Jordan confirmed three Iranian missiles landed on its territory at dawn.
Al Jazeera / AJENews • Petra News AgencyQatar’s Ministry of Transport urged all vessel owners to “temporarily suspend navigation and marine activities” until further notice, citing public safety after Iranian ballistic missiles struck the country. The advisory includes recreational boats, fishing vessels and jet skis. The halt comes after at least three people were wounded by falling debris from missile interception operations in Qatari territory. The measure is the strongest maritime restriction yet imposed by a Gulf state since the Strait of Hormuz crisis began, reflecting the severity of the threat to Qatari waters and the expanding geographic scope of Iranian retaliation across the Gulf.
Al Jazeera / Qatar Transport Ministry • Al Jazeera LiveQatar’s Foreign Ministry issued a formal condemnation of Iranian attacks on the country, stating it holds “the Islamic Republic of Iran fully legally responsible for these aggressions and all their repercussions and consequences.” The ministry described the continuation of the attacks as “a dangerous escalation that will complicate efforts aimed at containing tensions” and “undermine political and diplomatic endeavors aimed at achieving security and stability.” The statement is a significant shift from Qatar’s previous role as lead mediator between the US and Iran, now publicly denouncing the party it was negotiating with.
Al Jazeera / Qatar Foreign Ministry • Al Jazeera LiveLebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Iran’s attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, while expressing “full solidarity with our brothers in these countries, and our unwavering support for them.” The condemnation from the Lebanese government is notable given Hezbollah’s close ties to Tehran. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has previously warned “there will be no calm in the region” if Israel continues its occupation of southern Lebanon, adding a further layer of complexity to the regional dynamics.
Al Jazeera / Lebanese NNAThe United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations stated the maritime security threat level in the Strait of Hormuz remains at its highest degree of danger, classified as “severe.” Despite Iran’s July 12 proclamation that the Strait of Hormuz is closed, UKMTO confirmed the southern route remains available and has been expanded to accommodate two-way traffic. The advisory noted that mariners should remain vigilant and be aware of the mine threat in the area. The UKMTO update directly contradicts Iran’s formal closure declaration, indicating the waterway remains partially operational under international maritime guidance.
Al Jazeera / UKMTOUK Trade Minister Sir Chris Bryant said the Strait of Hormuz “should be open,” calling on relevant parties to negotiate. In a swipe at Donald Trump, Bryant told Sky News it was “a bit daft to go into a war if you don’t know how you are going to get out of it.” The statement marks the clearest UK government position on the crisis since the resumption of hostilities, with Bryant urging all sides to return to negotiations and warning against further military escalation in the strategic waterway through which 20% of global oil passes.
Sky News • The IndependentThe UAE Ministry of Defence clarified that missile threats detected during the morning’s Iranian retaliatory strikes were “outside the country’s borders.” In a statement on X, the ministry said its monitoring and tracking systems were operating with high efficiency and readiness. The update contrasts with earlier reports of active interceptions over UAE territory in the initial wave, suggesting Iran’s subsequent salvo did not penetrate Emirati airspace. The clarification comes as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman all faced Iranian threats in the largest regional retaliation since the war began.
Al Jazeera / UAE MoDSaudi Arabia condemned Iran’s attacks across the region, with the Foreign Ministry denouncing Iran’s “violation of the principles of international law, the Charter of the United Nations, the Charter of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the rules of good neighbourliness, through repeated Iranian attacks on commercial vessels that threaten the security and freedom of navigation.” The kingdom was not directly targeted in the latest round, but a Saudi oil tanker was damaged while transiting the Strait of Hormuz last week. The condemnation joins Kuwait, Oman, India, and Qatar in a growing chorus of regional powers publicly denouncing Tehran’s escalation.
Al Jazeera / Saudi Foreign MinistryIran’s ISNA news agency reported that a US attack struck a communications tower in Kerman province, quoting local official Rahman Jalali who confirmed two people were injured and transported to hospital by helicopter. The strike on the tower — separate from the earlier confirmed hit on the IRGC “Thar-Allah” unit headquarters in Kerman — marks the first reported injuries from the third wave of US strikes. The Kerman strikes, approximately 300 miles from Iran’s southern coast, continue to represent a significant geographic expansion of the battlefield well beyond the Hormuz coastal zone.
Al Jazeera / ISNAThe United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the crew of the M/V GFS Galaxy, who had abandoned the stricken container ship after the IRGC attack disabled its engine room, have been “rescued by local authorities” off the coast of Oman. UKMTO cited the ship’s company security officer. One crew member remains missing and the vessel sustained significant engine room damage and fire.
Al Jazeera / UKMTOIRIB, quoting a local official from western Iran’s Lorestan province, reported US forces carried out two air attacks on the outskirts of the city of Veysian. Saeed Pourali, the deputy political, security and social affairs officer, told IRIB there were no casualties and conditions in the city are now normal. The strikes mark a significant geographic expansion of the third wave, pushing the battlefield well beyond the southern coastal strip into western Iran for the first time in this round.
Al Jazeera / IRIBIRNA reported that a military base in the western Iranian city of Khondab (Markazi province) was hit by “enemy projectiles” in the morning. Quoting a local senior official, the state news agency said human and financial losses are under review. The strike on Khondab marks one of the deepest inland strikes of the third wave, approximately 250 km southwest of Tehran, signaling the continued expansion of the US targeting campaign well beyond the coastal zone.
Al Jazeera / IRNAQatar’s Amiri Diwan announced the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at the age of 74. Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, oversaw the establishment of Al Jazeera and transformed Qatar into a major diplomatic power in the Middle East. His passing comes at a critical moment as Qatar serves as the lead mediator in US-Iran talks to resolve the Strait of Hormuz crisis and salvage the Islamabad MoU. Current Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani declared a period of national mourning.
Al Jazeera • AJENews on XCENTCOM announced at 7:15 PM ET (Jul 11) that US forces began a third round of strikes this week in response to Iran’s attack on the M/V GFS Galaxy, a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes targeted IRGC capabilities under President Trump’s direction and broke the operational pause that had held since Jul 9.
CENTCOM • CBS News • APIran’s IRGC Navy fired warning shots at the M/V GFS Galaxy, a Cyprus-flagged container ship, before striking it in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel suffered significant engine room damage and a fire broke out aboard. One civilian crew member is missing. Sepah News declared the strait closed “until further notice” and warned that any US retaliation would draw “severe” response targeting “new enemy bases in the region.” The attack directly triggered the third wave of US strikes.
CBS News • AP • SEPAH NewsIran’s Ministry of Health, through spokesperson Hossein Kermanpour, issued the first official casualty tally from the Jul 7–9 US strikes: 17 killed and 115 wounded. The figure provides an official Iranian government count for the two-day strike campaign that hit approximately 170 targets across southern and eastern Iran. The number does not break down civilian vs. military casualties and excludes potential casualties from the unclaimed Jul 10 airstrikes and the new third wave of US strikes.
AP via ABC7 • CBS NewsPakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar spoke with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, expressing “deep concern over the escalations despite the signing of the Islamabad MoU.” Both agreed that “renewed conflict serves no one’s interest.” A Qatari delegation was in Tehran to reinforce mediation. PM Shehbaz Sharif called Qatar’s emir to coordinate. Iran’s chief negotiator Ghalibaf warned: “This confrontation will never end with Iran’s surrender.”
AFP / Malay Mail • CBS NewsA senior US official detailed the third wave targets: Iranian air surveillance radars, maritime surveillance systems, missile and drone storage facilities, missile and UAV launch sites, and surface-to-air missile launchers. Three explosions rocked Bandar Abbas, two hit Sirik, and additional blasts struck Qeshm Island. Iran’s Nour News reported the armed forces were preparing a “massive attack” on US army bases. Israel was notified ahead of the strikes (KAN). CENTCOM confirmed a civilian crew member from the M/V GFS Galaxy remains missing.
RFE/RL • CENTCOM • Mehr / Nour News • KANIranian state broadcasters reported “at least 12” explosions in Bushehr province as US forces expanded the third wave of strikes. Bushehr’s deputy governor Ehsan Jahanian stated there were no casualties in the province despite the heavy bombardment. Additional explosions were reported in Chabahar, Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Konarak, and Qeshm Island. Bushehr province borders the Strait of Hormuz and hosts Iran’s only nuclear power plant, which was confirmed undamaged. A major IRGC electronics plant in Shiraz manufacturing drone components was also reported struck. Multiple power outages were reported across southern Iran as energy infrastructure was hit. The IRGC responded by launching precision-guided ballistic missiles from Jam in Bushehr Province toward US bases in Kuwait.
Al Jazeera / Independent • Babak TaghvaeeIran’s embassy in New Delhi stated the Islamic Republic was “not seeking war” but would defend itself if attacked. FM Araghchi met Omani counterpart Albusaidi in Muscat, agreeing to continue technical talks on Hormuz management. Separately, the US gave Iran 24 hours to publicly commit to keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, per Axios. Araghchi accused Washington of violating the MoU by ending oil sale waivers, posting: “Reality check: There can only be mutual compliance.”
AP • Axios • ONAMehr News Agency reported that the cities of Hendijan, Mahshahr and Abadan in Khuzestan province were struck by “enemy projectiles,” marking the farthest westward expansion of the third wave. More than 10 explosions were reported in Jask (IRNA). IRIB reported warplanes over Kish Island. The National confirmed that Abu Musa island in the Arabian Gulf was targeted for the first time. Additional blasts hit Bandar-e Deyr, Asaluyeh, and Kangan in Bushehr province, with military barracks in Bushehr’s Risheh neighbourhood struck. No significant casualties were reported from the new strikes. Iran activated air defence systems in Bandar-e Mahshahr.
News18 / Mehr / IRNA • The NationalIran launched ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones at the United Arab Emirates in retaliation for the third wave of US strikes. The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed its air defence systems were actively engaging the incoming threats, with explosions heard across the country attributed to interceptor launches. Qatar raised its security threat level to high, with the Interior Ministry urging residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Air raid sirens sounded across Bahrain, with authorities telling citizens to move to the nearest safe location. The escalation dramatically expanded the geographic scope of the conflict beyond Iran’s borders and the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in this phase of the war.
Gulf News / WAM • News18UKMTO confirmed the crew of the M/V GFS Galaxy abandoned the stricken container ship and moved to a lifeboat following the IRGC attack that disabled the engine room and started a fire. One crew member remains missing. An adviser to Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson warned the latest US strikes “will not go unanswered” and accused Washington of violating commitments under the June 16 MoU. The official stated: “The US must choose, honour what it signed 23 days ago, or walk away from its commitments. Iran is far stronger than you imagine and is prepared for war.” CENTCOM confirmed the third-wave strikes hit approximately 45 targets in this round, including air surveillance radars, maritime surveillance systems, and missile and drone storage and launch sites.
Moneycontrol / Mehr • News18 / UKMTOCENTCOM’s post-operation assessment released Jul 12 confirmed U.S. forces hit approximately 140 Iranian military targets in the third round alone, using precision munitions launched by land- and sea-based fighter aircraft, drones, and naval vessels. Targets included missile and drone sites, naval capabilities, ammunition storage, communication networks, and coastal surveillance locations. Combined with the first two waves (Jul 7 and Jul 8–9), CENTCOM has struck more than 300 targets across three nights this week. The Pentagon also disclosed that since early May, U.S. forces have facilitated the safe transit of more than 800 commercial vessels and 400 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian interference.
CENTCOM Article • CENTCOM on XIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it carried out a “heavy and surprise” attack on logistics support centres and refuelling platforms used by US aircraft carriers at the Port of Duqm in Oman, according to the IRIB state broadcaster. The IRGC’s public relations office told IRIB the sites were “destroyed” in the attack. IRGC called the Duqm strikes the “third phase” of its response to US bombings. The development is particularly significant because Oman has been the lead mediator in US-Iran talks, hosting FM Araghchi just hours earlier for talks on the Two-Corridor Hormuz proposal. The attack threatens to collapse Oman’s neutral mediator status.
Al Jazeera • IRIB • MSN / AFPIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said its aerospace forces struck the US Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan with ballistic missiles, destroying its command-and-control centre and MQ-9 Reaper drone hangars. The IRGC described the attack as the first phase of “a crushing response to U.S. attacks” on Iran’s southern coast. It warned that continued US aggression would be met with “harsher responses.” The strike marks a new IRGC claim of specific damage to US drone infrastructure in Jordan, separate from the Jul 9 ballistic missile salvo against Jordanian bases.
Mehr News • Iran International • PressTVThe General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army confirmed its air defence forces were actively intercepting “hostile aerial targets” within the country’s airspace on Sunday morning. In a statement on X, the army said any sounds of explosions were the result of its defence systems intercepting attacks and urged the public to follow official safety instructions. The Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) confirmed the military did not specify the number of objects involved or their origin. The interception follows a pattern of Iran striking Gulf state hosts of US military facilities in response to the third wave of US strikes.
KUNA / GCC News 24 • Iran International • Al JazeeraExplosions rocked Kerman, a city approximately 300 miles from Iran’s southern coast, as the third wave of US strikes expanded well beyond the coastal strip for the first time. The IRGC reported the blasts in Kerman, with OSINT sources confirming the strike hit the IRGC “Thar-Allah” unit headquarters. Satellite imagery and ground footage showed a massive explosion at the compound followed by multiple secondary blasts, with Iranian air defences active overhead. OSINT analyst Osint613 noted “Kerman is deep into Iran,” marking a notable geographic expansion of the battlefield. The strike on Kerman — home to a major IRGC ground forces headquarters — signals the US is targeting Iran’s inland military infrastructure beyond the Hormuz coastal zone.
Osint613 • Osint613 (Kerman is deep) • CNNIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it struck the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with ballistic missiles, destroying its fighter jet maintenance center and command and control facility. Al Udeid is the largest US military base in the Middle East and hosts CENTCOM’s forward headquarters. The IRGC also claimed it struck and disabled a second vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, warning that continued US-Israeli “aggressions” would trigger “even more devastating” responses. The Qatari armed forces separately confirmed they were intercepting incoming missiles, with explosions reported near Doha. The strike on Al Udeid marks a major escalation, as Qatar has been a key mediator in US-Iran talks throughout the conflict.
Iran International • Iran International News • India TodayIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it intercepted and stopped a second “offending vessel” in the Strait of Hormuz, according to official media. The IRGC warned that continued US-Israeli aggression would trigger “even more devastating” responses. The claim comes hours after the IRGC acknowledged striking the M/V GFS Galaxy container ship and declaring the strait closed “until further notice.” The second vessel’s identity and condition were not immediately confirmed, and the claim has not been independently verified by maritime authorities. The development suggests Iran is intensifying rather than de-escalating its interdiction campaign in the strategic waterway.
Iran International • India Today • ReutersIran’s top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf issued a statement on X: “The era of one-sided deals is OVER. We told you: keep your word or pay the price. Reality is knocking.” The post was accompanied by an image of Article 5 of the Islamabad MoU, which concerns the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with the words “the Islamic Republic of Iran will make arrangements” highlighted. The statement underscores Iran’s hardened negotiating position as the third wave of strikes continues and diplomacy appears increasingly sidelined.
Al Jazeera • Ghalibaf on XQatar’s Ministry of Interior confirmed that falling debris from interception operations has injured three people, including a child. “The injured are receiving the necessary care,” the ministry said, adding that security authorities and civil defence teams had initiated response procedures in accordance with approved emergency plans. The injuries mark the first confirmed harm to civilians in Qatar from the expanding Iran-US conflict.
Ministry of Interior — Qatar • The Peninsula QatarIran’s IRNA news agency, citing Bushehr Governor Mohammad Mozaffari, reported US forces attacked five cities in Bushehr province: Asaluyeh, Dir, Bushehr, Dashti and Tangestan. Mozaffari told IRNA that 10 “enemy projectiles” hit three areas in Bushehr city and one area near Choghadak between 2:45–3:00 AM local time. The governor said no casualties were reported. The strikes continue the expansion of the third wave across Iran’s Gulf coastline.
Middle East Eye / IRNA • Al JazeeraA Qatari delegation joined Saturday’s talks in Muscat between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz, a first for the mediation, according to Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei. The spokesman confirmed the delegations exchanged views on ensuring security and safety in the Strait in compliance with the MoU and international law. Iran’s statement emphasized that “future arrangements for managing traffic in the Strait of Hormuz should be made in consultation between the two coastal countries” — Iran and Oman — signaling Tehran’s intent to retain bilateral control over the waterway rather than accept a US-led solution.
Al Jazeera / IRNA • ONA (Oman News Agency)Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, exchanging views on the “evolving regional situation.” Dar stressed the need for parties to “follow the path of de-escalation and show restraint, as agreed in the Islamabad MoU in June 2026,” according to Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He told Araghchi that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path to resolving disputes and achieving lasting peace. Both agreed to remain in close contact. The call comes as Pakistan and Qatar continue mediation efforts amid the third wave of US strikes and Iranian retaliation across the Gulf.
Al Jazeera / Pakistan MOFA • AJENewsAn official military source told Jordan’s Petra news agency that three missiles launched from Iran fell in different locations across the kingdom at dawn on Sunday without causing any casualties. The source said damage was limited to minor material losses. The confirmation comes after the IRGC earlier claimed it had destroyed MQ-9 Reaper drone hangars and a command-and-control centre at the US Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan with ballistic missiles. The Petra report partially corroborates the IRGC’s claim while limiting the scope of damage. Separately, Oman’s state news agency confirmed that sites in the Musandam Governorate — which juts into the Strait of Hormuz — were also targeted by drones, with Oman condemning the attacks and taking all necessary measures.
Al Jazeera / Petra • Oman ObserverIranian security officials told IRIB that US forces attacked a military installation on the outskirts of Yasuj, in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province. The strike marks the third wave’s expansion into southwestern Iran, beyond the southern coastal strip and Hormozgan province. Yasuj is approximately 150 km north of the Persian Gulf, in a province not previously hit during this round of US strikes.
Al Jazeera / IRIBEbrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the Iranian parliament’s Commission on National Security and Foreign Policy, wrote on X: “We have taken control of the Strait of Hormuz with power, and we will preserve it with power as well.” The declaration comes as the IRGC Navy’s formal closure of the strait enters its second day and Iran continues to retaliate against US strikes by targeting Gulf state hosts of American military facilities. Rezaei’s hardline statement underscores Tehran’s unwillingness to cede control of the strategic waterway through any negotiated framework.
Al Jazeera • Iran InternationalOman officially condemned Iran’s attacks on the country, with a security source telling the Oman News Agency that “sites in the Musandam Governorate were targeted by drones.” The Omani government denounced the attacks and said authorities were taking “all necessary measures to deal with the developments to preserve the safety of the country and its residents.” The public condemnation is significant as Oman has been the lead mediator in US-Iran talks and had hosted FM Araghchi for talks on the Two-Corridor proposal just hours earlier. The drone strikes on Musandam — the Omani exclave jutting into the Strait of Hormuz — follow the earlier IRGC claim of a “heavy and surprise” attack on the Port of Duqm.
Al Jazeera English / ONAKuwait’s Foreign Ministry issued a formal statement denouncing “heinous Iranian attacks” that targeted the Gulf country, calling the continuation of the attacks “a highly dangerous escalation that will exacerbate tension and instability in the region, threaten regional peace and security, and undermine diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation.” Kuwait said it “reserves all its rights to take whatever measures are necessary to protect its security and preserve its sovereignty.” The condemnation follows the IRGC’s claims of drone attacks on US military assets in Kuwait and the Kuwaiti army’s confirmation of intercepting “hostile aerial targets” earlier on Sunday.
Al Jazeera / Kuwait Foreign Ministry • AJENews on XIndia’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, confirming 11 Indian nationals were on board. Of these, 10 have been rescued so far while one Indian national remains missing. The Indian Embassy in Oman is coordinating with Omani authorities in the ongoing search and rescue operation. India called the continued attacks on commercial shipping “deeply worrisome” and reiterated its call for immediate de-escalation and a diplomatic solution. The statement marks India’s strongest official response to the escalating crisis affecting Indian crew members and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera English • News 24Mohsen Rezaee, a former IRGC commander and senior adviser to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, told Iran’s ISNA news agency that the Strait of Hormuz represents one of the country’s most powerful strategic assets. “This strategic passage is more important than dozens of atomic bombs, and the Islamic Republic of Iran will protect it,” Rezaee was quoted as saying. According to Tasnim news agency, Rezaee described the strait as “a crucial component of the country’s defence strategy” that “plays a decisive role in protecting Iran’s security and national interests.” The statement underscores the IRGC’s view of the waterway as a non-negotiable strategic asset — one it considers more valuable to national deterrence than a nuclear weapons program the West has spent decades trying to contain. The remarks come as the IRGC Navy’s formal closure of the strait enters its second day and the US contests Iranian control over the waterway.
Firstpost / ISNA • Times of Israel • Middle East EyeIran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) issued a statement clarifying the conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, blaming “illegal movements of the US military in the region” for the closure. The authority stated that “as soon as stability and calm are restored, all requests will be reviewed for travel and necessary permits will be issued.” The PGSA statement represents the first official clarification from Iran’s civilian maritime authority since the IRGC Navy’s formal closure declaration, and notably leaves the door open for reopening — conditional on the restoration of “calm” — suggesting a possible off-ramp despite the IRGC’s maximalist rhetoric. The statement directly contradicted CENTCOM’s declaration that the strait remains open to all vessels.
RT / PGSA Statement • Al Jazeera LiveEurope is studying proposals that could allow navigation fees to be charged in the Strait of Hormuz, provided the payments are not compulsory and have the support of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), The Guardian reported. UK Deputy PM David Lammy said imposing mandatory tolls would be “disastrous” but recognised payments for specific navigational services were permissible in other waterways including the Strait of Malacca. An Omani proposal adapting Malacca-style principles has been developed in conjunction with British lawyers, with Muscat offering to send legal experts to Tehran to explain the plan. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson warned that “giving the Iranians sovereignty over the strait in a way that contradicts international maritime law will be basically agreeing to be hostages.” The proposals come as the US demands Iran publicly declare the strait open and toll-free, while Iran insists on the right to charge for passage.
The Guardian • Al JazeeraUS Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), a prominent Republican and key ally of President Trump known for his hawkish stance on Iran, died on the evening of July 11 after a “brief and sudden illness,” his office confirmed. Graham served in the Senate for more than two decades and was a leading voice advocating for military action against Iran’s nuclear program and support for US allies in the Middle East. His passing removes a vocal supporter of the current administration’s Iran strategy from the Senate floor at a critical moment in the conflict.
Al Jazeera • CBS NewsThe US is deliberately striking then pausing for diplomacy. USS Lincoln on station. Pakistan and Qatar mediating. 60-day MoU clock technically running but dead since Jul 7.
US calls Iran's actions "acts of terrorism" and "failed performance." Iran accuses US of violating MoU by reinstating sanctions. Trump: "They want to make a deal so badly."
CNBC • NBC NewsIran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy announced it had closed the Strait of Hormuz until further notice after firing a warning shot at a vessel attempting to transit through an unapproved route. The IRGC vowed any response by the US or allies would draw “severe” retaliation. The formal closure declaration goes beyond the de facto blockade that has already seen shipping collapse to 13–34 vessels/day, with no large vessel broadcasting via the US-coordinated route since Jul 7 and over 100 tankers awaiting safe passage.
Reuters • NY PostUS Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed to Fox News that Israel had warned the United States about a specific Iranian assassination plan against President Donald Trump. Huckabee stated he saw no significant evidence of a “peaceful part” of the Iranian regime. The confirmation follows WSJ and CNN reporting that Israeli intelligence had flagged a new Iranian plot, and comes after Mojtaba Khamenei’s revenge pledge and funeral banners calling for Trump’s death.
Jerusalem Post • CNNIn his first communication since the funeral, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei pledged revenge for his slain father. The written statement was read on state TV without audio or video. The 37-year-old leader has not been seen publicly since the Feb 28 strike that killed his father — now 134 days without a public appearance. “We are present or not, revenge will be fulfilled soon,” the statement read.
The National • CNNTrump warned the US military is “ready, willing, and able… to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran” if its leadership attempts to assassinate him. Two US sources said recent intelligence assessments show no specific new plot but a steady drumbeat of chatter about Iranian actors wanting to kill Trump. Responds directly to Mojtaba’s revenge pledge and funeral banners calling for Trump’s death.
CNN • The NationalIran’s Fars News Agency, citing a source close to the Iranian negotiating team, reported no negotiations will take place until Washington “withdraws from its current positions.” The Foreign Ministry stated US breaches would be met with “reciprocal action.” CBS reported US negotiators will not travel to Oman but will maintain remote contact with Omani and Qatari mediators. Iran’s UN envoy separately warned Tehran will cease MoU compliance if US violations continue. The hardening stance contradicts US officials’ claims that Iran requested resumed talks.
Hindustan Times / Fars • Il Sole 24 OrePer CNN, Oman has drafted a proposal to manage traffic through two separately controlled routes. The Southern Corridor, through Omani territorial waters, would allow free navigation under pre-war conditions. The Northern Corridor, through Iranian territorial waters, would require prior approval from Iran with no tolls imposed. Araghchi and Albusaidi agreed to hold further technical and political talks. The agreement is yet to be finalized.
CNN • ONA (Oman News Agency)Hossein Afshin, Vice President for Science, Technology and the Knowledge-Based Economy, stated Iran’s research infrastructure sustained approximately $300 million in damage during the war. Afshin said the targeted facilities had “no military application” and accused the enemy of targeting Iran’s “scientific and technological authority.” The figure provides a rare specific assessment of damage to Iran’s civilian science sector since the war began Feb 28.
Middle East Eye • India Today / IRNAUS demands Iran issue a public statement declaring Strait of Hormuz open and toll-free, and surrender all enriched uranium — what officials call “the dust” (440+ kg of 60% enriched material). Iran denies requesting talks. Qatari mediators travel to Tehran. Pezeshkian speaks with Pakistan PM. Trump claims Iran asked to resume negotiations; Iran denies.
GlobalSecurity.org • Al JazeeraMultiple explosions reported in southern Iran on Jul 10 after CENTCOM stated its 9 Jul strike package was complete. No government claimed responsibility. AP reports possibility of Gulf state involvement, which would represent a significant widening of the war’s direct participants. Iran issued no formal attribution. CENTCOM made no statement.
Times of Israel • APTreasury Dept targets Iranian banker Ali Ansari for embezzling billions through Ayandeh Bank and building a global real estate portfolio for Mojtaba Khamenei, IRGC, and regime elites via shell companies. Also sanctions three Iranian exchange houses moving billions for sanctioned banks. Treasury: “We will preserve these assets for the Iranian people.”
Treasury Dept. • State Dept.Iranian MP Esmail Kousari, a former IRGC commander, warned the UAE would “pay the price for its cooperation with the United States,” accusing the Emirates of a “behind-the-scenes” role in recent US attacks on Iran. The warning comes after unclaimed airstrikes hit southern Iran and amid broader suspicion of Gulf state involvement. The US Navy’s Joint Maritime Information Center issued a new advisory urging ships to use the southern Hormuz route through Omani waters.
AP / Times of Israel • The WeekPre-war: 110 ships/day carrying 20% of global oil. Now just 13. GPS spoofing resumed. IRGC says US strikes are "disrupting the reopening." Insurance rates spiking.
CNN (MarineTraffic)Netanyahu says "the campaign is not over." Trump and Netanyahu coordinate by phone. Israel concerned about F-35 sale to Turkey.
CNN • The GuardianThousands at Imam Reza shrine. "Death to America" chants. Mojtaba absent 132 days. Eldest son Mostafa leads funeral prayer. Senior sources tell Reuters Mojtaba is recovering from debilitating injuries but not well enough for public appearances.
CNN • Al JazeeraMissiles target a US command center in northern Jordan. Jordan intercepts 8. No US casualties. Conflict expands beyond the Gulf.
The Guardian • CNNIRNA reports military facility outside Bushehr hit including nuclear plant perimeter. US denies. Israel says "not familiar." The UN nuclear watchdog had warned about safety risks.
CNN • The GuardianIranshahr, Bandar Abbas, Konarak, Chabahar, Bushehr, Aq Qala. 1 firefighter killed. 170+ total over two days. IRGC strikes US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. Iran warns: "if you strike, you'll get hit."
CENTCOM • Al JazeeraDeclares MoU "over." Threatens Kharg Island seizure (handles 90% of Iran's crude). Warns of targeting water and electricity plants. Later on Air Force One: "They want to make a deal so badly."
Al Jazeera • CNBCCENTCOM: "powerful strikes." 80+ targets including 60+ IRGC boats. Bandar Abbas and Bushehr struck. 8 Iranian military killed. Oil sanctions waiver revoked.
Al Jazeera • CENTCOMThree vessels struck in Omani waters. Iran invokes MoU Clause 5 claiming sole authority over shipping. Qatar condemns. Triggers the US response.
CNN • NBC News12 million in Tehran. Processions in Qom, Najaf, Karbala, Mashhad. Red vengeance flags. Mojtaba absent throughout.
Al Jazeera • The GuardianWitkoff and Kushner meet Iranian negotiator Gharibabadi with Qatari and Pakistani mediators. VP Vance says talks are "going well." Both sides agree to continue after the funeral.
APPakistan- and Qatar-brokered ceasefire. US lifts blockade and waives oil sanctions. Iran opens Strait of Hormuz for 60 days. Establishes a 60-day negotiation window.
Al Jazeera • APAirstrikes on a compound in central Tehran kill Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and four family members. His son Mojtaba is wounded and has not appeared publicly since — now 132+ days. The strike marks the beginning of the US-Israel war on Iran.
The Guardian • CNNCanadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said Ottawa “stands with the Gulf States as they face another barrage of attacks from Iran,” calling the strikes on Strait of Hormuz shipping “a violation of international law” that “undermine efforts to restore security and stability in the region.” Canada joins the UK as Western nations condemning Iran’s regional escalation.
Iranian state media reported several new explosions in the port city of Bandar Abbas and the Qeshm Island maritime area at approximately 16:07 GMT, suggesting ongoing hostilities beyond the declared completion of the third strike wave. The nature of the blasts was not immediately known.
Two Israeli artillery shells hit Kfar Tebnit in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh district, Lebanon’s NNA reported. The attack came from Israeli positions in the occupied border area, with no casualties reported. The shelling raises concerns that the US-Iran and Israel-Lebanon fronts could merge into a wider regional war.
US Central Command published an infographic titled “STRAIT OF HORMUZ OPEN FOR TRANSIT,” stating the waterway is open to all vessels and US forces are positioned to ensure freedom of navigation. CENTCOM directly refuted Iran’s closure declaration, adding “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz” and that traffic is flowing.
US Central Command issued a CLAIM/FACT post responding to an Iranian IRGC-Navy commander’s statement on state-owned media that no foreign vessels may pass through the Strait of Hormuz without being identified, tracked, and monitored by Iranian forces. CENTCOM’s reply: “FACT: Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz. It remains an international waterway. U.S. forces are positioned and prepared to keep it that way.” The post marks CENTCOM’s second direct refutation of Iranian claims about the strait in a matter of hours, reinforcing the message from earlier infographic declaring the waterway open.
Oman summoned Iran's ambassador to the country to protest Tehran's targeting of sites in the governorates of Musandam and Al Batinah with drones. The Foreign Ministry handed a formal protest note, expressing "dismay at these irresponsible acts" and calling for adherence to state sovereignty. The rare diplomatic rebuke from the lead mediator marks a significant shift in Oman's posture toward Tehran.
The United Arab Emirates "strongly condemned" the renewed Iranian strikes targeting the region. The Foreign Ministry said the "aggressive attacks constitute a blatant violation of the sovereignty of these brotherly nations and a threat to their security and stability." The UAE reiterated its solidarity with Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait — all of which came under Iranian fire in the overnight barrage.
The Maritime Security Centre confirms 23 seafarers have been rescued from the GFS Galaxy cargo ship attacked by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The search continues for one missing crew member. India had earlier confirmed 10 of 11 Indian nationals rescued, with one Indian national still unaccounted for.
The US embassy in Oman warned American citizens to shelter in place if they are in the city of Duqm and the governorate of Musandam “due to recent activity,” following the IRGC’s claim of a “heavy and surprise” attack on logistics centres at the Port of Duqm and confirmed drone strikes on Musandam.
The UAE Ministry of Defence said on X that missile threats detected this morning were “outside the country’s borders,” clarifying that no Iranian strikes entered Emirati territory. The update followed earlier reports of active interceptions across the country during the initial wave of strikes, suggesting the subsequent salvo did not penetrate the UAE.
Saudi Arabia is the latest Middle Eastern nation to condemn Iranian attacks in the region, denouncing Iran’s violation of international law through “repeated Iranian attacks on commercial vessels that threaten the security and freedom of navigation.” The kingdom was not directly targeted in the latest round of Iranian strikes.
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, “exchanging views on the evolving regional situation.” Dar stressed the need for parties to “follow the path of de-escalation and show restraint, as agreed in the Islamabad MoU,” as tensions remain high following the third wave of US strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation across Gulf states.
An official military source told Jordan’s Petra news agency that three missiles launched from Iran fell in different locations across the kingdom at dawn without causing any casualties. Damage was limited to minor material losses. The official confirmation partially corroborates the IRGC’s earlier claim of destroying MQ-9 Reaper drone hangars at the US Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan.
Al Jazeera reports US forces carried out two air attacks on the outskirts of Veysian in Lorestan province, western Iran. A local official confirmed no casualties and conditions were normal. The strike marks a geographic expansion of the third wave beyond the coastal zone.
IRNA reports a military base in Khondab, Markazi province was hit by “enemy projectiles” in the morning. The strike, approximately 250 km southwest of Tehran, is one of the deepest inland of the third wave.
The Amiri Diwan announced the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at age 74. The former ruler transformed Qatar into a regional diplomatic power. His passing comes as Qatar mediates the US-Iran crisis.
Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia urged the US to comply with the June 16 MoU, accusing Washington of creating an “illegal route” through the Strait of Hormuz. He warned Iran’s armed forces would “firmly” defend Iranian rights and were updating their “bank of targets.”
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry activated air raid sirens for the second time this morning, urging residents to head to the nearest safe place. The renewed alert came as Iran continued retaliatory strikes on Gulf states hosting US military facilities.
Al Jazeera reports the IRGC claims a “heavy and surprise” attack on logistics support centres and refuelling platforms used by US aircraft carriers at the Port of Duqm in Oman. The IRGC calls the strikes the “third phase” of its response to US bombings. The attack on Oman — the lead mediator in the conflict — threatens to collapse the Two-Corridor Hormuz proposal.
An explosion has been reported in Kerman, approximately 300 miles from Iran’s southern coast, marking a major geographic expansion of the third wave of US strikes beyond the coastal strip. Reports indicate the strike hit the IRGC “Thar-Allah” unit headquarters. A second OSINT post notes: “Kerman is deep into Iran.”
IRGC-affiliated Fars News Agency published a video it said showed Iranian drones targeting US military sites in Kuwait, including a Patriot air defense system, an ammunition depot and a radar facility. Kuwait’s military confirmed its air defences were intercepting “hostile aerial targets” within the country’s airspace on Sunday morning.
Iran’s IRGC said it intercepted and stopped a second vessel in the Strait of Hormuz as part of retaliation for continued US attacks. The IRGC also said it targeted the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with ballistic missiles, claiming strikes on the facility's command center and fighter aircraft maintenance center. The dual claim marks a significant expansion of the conflict — targeting both shipping in the strait and the largest US air base in the Middle East.
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior raised the country’s security threat level to high for the second time this morning, urging residents to remain inside their homes or in safe places. The second alert in hours underscores the severity of the Iranian missile and drone threat against Gulf states as the US-Iran conflict expands regionally.
US strikes hit Abu Musa island in the Arabian Gulf for the first time, alongside Bushehr, Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, Sirik, Jask, Konarak, Chabahar and Iranshahr. The strike on Abu Musa — disputed between Iran and the UAE — adds a new dimension to the conflict as Iran retaliates with missiles on the UAE.
IRNA reports warplanes over Kish Island and blasts in Bandar Abbas, Konarak, and Chabahar with parts of the area losing power. Explosions also reported in Bushehr, home to Iran's nuclear power plant complex. The report captures the expanding geographic scope of the third US strike wave.
The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed its air defence systems were actively intercepting ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones launched from Iran. Explosions heard across the country were caused by interceptor launches. Qatar raised its security threat level; Bahrain sounded air raid sirens.
Ground-level footage from Bushehr province showing explosions near Iran's only nuclear plant.
Confirms second wave complete. Video of IRGC-Navy facilities struck along the Gulf coast.
Footage of US strikes hitting Chabahar. IRGC Navy base, control tower, and depot struck.
Second wave announcement. Video of strikes on air defense and missile storage sites.
Geolocated strike footage from Bandar Abbas. Multiple impacts at Shahid Haqqani Port.
Footage of the strike on Bandar Abbas naval base, hit alongside Sirik Port and Qeshm Island.
First wave announcement with video of precision munitions on IRGC coastal defenses. 443K+ views.
CENTCOM footage of a communication tower at an IRGC-Navy base being precisely struck and collapsing.
Footage of an American airstrike hitting the Iranian port of Chabahar, knocking out the maritime control tower during the second wave of Jul 8–9 strikes.
Newly released CENTCOM footage of US forces conducting airstrikes on Iran. CENTCOM says it hit approximately 90 Iranian military targets in the second wave.
President Trump live-posting videos of US strikes on Iran directly to social media, an unusual direct dissemination of military strike footage from the Commander-in-Chief.
At 7:15 PM ET, CENTCOM announces the third round of strikes this week after IRGC forces attacked the M/V GFS Galaxy. Civilian crew member missing, engine room destroyed.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth posts CENTCOM’s third-wave statement directly, confirming IRGC struck M/V GFS Galaxy, a civilian crew member is missing, and the vessel is unable to continue due to fire and engine-room damage.
Footage circulating online claiming to show HIMARS rocket launches from a US base in Bahrain towards targets in southern Iran during the third wave of strikes. If confirmed, this would mark the first use of ground-based rocket artillery from Bahrain against Iran.
Footage shows firefighters attempting to contain fires on fishing boats off Bushehr after US strikes. Taghvaee reports the US Navy “appears to have targeted a number of fishing boats belonging to local fishermen” in the expanding third wave of strikes across southern Iran.
The US launched a broader wave of strikes targeting IRGC-linked coastal radars, anti-ship missile sites, and air defense systems across Iran. Explosions reported in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar (first since April ceasefire), Konarak, Bushehr, Sirik, and Qeshm Island. Damage to Chabahar’s Shahid Beheshti dock and maritime control tower.
CENTCOM published its post-operation assessment confirming U.S. forces struck approximately 140 Iranian military targets in the third round of strikes this week. Combined with the Jul 7 and Jul 8–9 waves, CENTCOM has struck more than 300 targets across three nights using land- and sea-based aircraft, drones, and naval vessels. Since early May, the U.S. has facilitated 800+ commercial vessels and 400M barrels of crude through the Strait of Hormuz.
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior confirmed three people — including a child — were injured by falling debris from interception of Iranian missiles. Security authorities and Civil Defence teams responded per emergency plans. The ministry urged the public to rely on official sources and avoid spreading unverified information.
Al Jazeera reports US forces struck a military installation on the outskirts of Yasuj in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province, southwestern Iran. The strike marks the third wave's continued geographic expansion into territory not previously hit during this round, extending the conflict to a new province approximately 150 km north of the Persian Gulf.
Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the Iranian parliament's National Security Commission, said on X: "We have taken control of the Strait of Hormuz with power, and we will preserve it with power as well." The hardline statement comes as the IRGC Navy's formal closure of the strait continues into its second day and Iran retaliates against the third wave of US strikes.
Al Jazeera English reports Oman has condemned Iran's attacks on the country, with a security source telling ONA that "sites in the Musandam Governorate were targeted by drones." The condemnation from the lead mediator in US-Iran talks is significant, coming hours after FM Araghchi met his Omani counterpart in Muscat and after IRGC claimed a "heavy" attack on Duqm port.
Al Jazeera reports US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) has passed away at age 71 due to a “brief and sudden illness,” according to the communications director for his office. Graham was a prominent Republican hawk on Iran and a key Trump ally on Capitol Hill whose passing removes a leading voice for the administration’s Iran strategy.
Al Jazeera reports Kuwait has denounced “heinous Iranian attacks” targeting the Gulf country, calling the continuation of attacks “a highly dangerous escalation that will exacerbate tension and instability in the region, threaten regional peace and security, and undermine diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation.” Kuwait reserves all rights to take necessary measures to protect its security and sovereignty.
India’s Foreign Ministry has condemned the attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, confirming 10 of the 11 Indian nationals on board have been rescued while one remains missing. India called the continued attacks on commercial shipping “deeply worrisome” and urged immediate de-escalation and a diplomatic solution.
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry condemned Iranian attacks on the country, calling the continuation of aggressions “a dangerous escalation that will complicate efforts aimed at containing tensions” and holding Iran “fully legally responsible.” The statement marks a significant shift from Qatar’s role as the lead mediator in US-Iran talks, now publicly denouncing Tehran’s actions.
Qatar’s Transport Ministry urged all vessel owners to “temporarily suspend navigation and marine activities” until further notice, citing public safety after Iranian ballistic missiles struck the Gulf state. The warning includes recreational boats, fishing vessels and jet skis.
Al Jazeera English reports that Qatar has strongly condemned latest Iranian attacks on its territory and regional countries, adding that the continuation of these aggressions is a dangerous escalation that will complicate efforts aimed at containing tensions.
Jordan issued a formal condemnation of Iranian attacks on Gulf neighbours, describing them as a “blatant violation of their sovereignty, a threat to their security, stability, and territorial integrity, a dangerous escalation” and “a flagrant breach of international law.”
American air strikes on Iran have killed Lieutenant Hamidreza Dehghani of the Iranian navy in the port of Jask, according to local media. The total death toll over the past four days is now 19 with more than 100 people wounded, including civilians.
Mohsen Rezaee, a former IRGC commander and senior adviser to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, told Iran’s ISNA news agency: “This strategic passage is more important than dozens of atomic bombs, and the Islamic Republic of Iran will protect it.” The statement underscores the IRGC’s view of the Hormuz waterway as a non-negotiable strategic asset central to Iran’s deterrence strategy, amid ongoing US-Iran clashes over control of the strait.
Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority issued a statement clarifying the Hormuz closure, blaming “illegal movements of US military in the region” and saying “as soon as stability and calm are restored, all requests will be reviewed and necessary permits will be issued.” The statement marks the first official civil authority clarification since the IRGC’s closure declaration and suggests a potential off-ramp, directly contradicting CENTCOM’s assertion that the strait remains open.