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US Conducts New Strikes Near Strait of Hormuz to Degrade Iran’s Maritime Threat

The US military launched fresh strikes near the strategic Strait of Hormuz on July 12, 2026, aiming to reduce Iran’s capacity to target commercial shipping, escalating tensions in the region.

Jul 13, 2026, 2:10 AM Deutsche Welle

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On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the US military carried out new strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for international commerce. According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the strikes were directed by US President Donald Trump and intended to "degrade" Tehran's ability to attack commercial ships passing through the strait.

Explosions were reported in several locations in Iran's southwest, including the key city of Bandar Abbas and the Bushehr region, according to Iranian media.

Iran responded to the strikes by stating they have "rendered futile" recent diplomatic efforts and caused a return of insecurity to the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting international commercial shipping, as cited in a foreign ministry statement reported by AFP.

This action is part of an ongoing escalation, with Iran previously targeting US allies in the Middle East in response to earlier strikes.

Follow DW's coverage for further updates on the conflict between the US and Iran.

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