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US Hits Dozens of Iranian Military Targets in Sixth Consecutive Night of Strikes
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US Hits Dozens of Iranian Military Targets in Sixth Consecutive Night of Strikes

From Arab Times · () English

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  • U.S. Central Command conducted a sixth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets.
  • The strikes targeted coastal surveillance, air defense sites, logistics infrastructure, and maritime capabilities.
  • The operations aim to degrade Iran's military capabilities and hold it accountable for recent attacks on commercial shipping.

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has completed its latest major wave of strikes against Iran, marking the sixth consecutive night of military action. The operations, carried out with fighter jets, aerial drones, and warships, precisely targeted dozens of Iranian military installations.

The strikes focused on critical infrastructure, including coastal surveillance sites, air defense systems, military logistics hubs, and maritime assets. These actions are part of a broader U.S. strategy to degrade Iran's military capabilities.

CENTCOM stated that the operations are intended to hold Iran accountable for recent attacks on commercial shipping in the region. The U.S. military presence in the Middle East remains robust, with over 50,000 service members operating across the region, maintaining a state of vigilance and readiness.

The ongoing strikes underscore the heightened tensions and the U.S. commitment to responding to perceived threats and disruptions to international maritime trade.

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Originally published by Arab Times. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.