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US CENTCOM begins tenth night of strikes on Iran, explosions heard in country's south

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  • The US Central Command (CENTCOM) began a new series of strikes against Iran on Monday to counter attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Explosions were reported in several Iranian locations, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik Island, and Qeshm.
  • Iran's Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council emphasized the importance of the Strait of Hormuz and stated Iran would not back down from its position.

The United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Monday, aiming to degrade military capabilities used to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the operation via an X/Twitter post, marking the tenth consecutive night of strikes.

Explosions were heard in multiple locations across southern Iran, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik Island, and Qeshm, according to Iranian media reports. Air defense systems were also activated near an Iranian nuclear power plant in Bushehr, adding to the heightened tensions in the region.

The pressure lever of the Strait of Hormuz is of paramount importance to us

— Ali Bakri-KaniIran's Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council emphasized the strategic significance of the waterway.

Ali Bakri-Kani, Iran's Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, asserted the critical importance of the Strait of Hormuz to Iran. He stated that the country is unwilling to compromise its stance on the vital waterway, underscoring the ongoing strategic standoff.

Iran is not willing to back down from its position on the issue

— Ali Bakri-KaniIran's Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council stated the country's firm stance regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
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