U.S. strikes on Iran continue for the 11th night in a row
By Easton Martin | July 22, 2026
U.S. forces have completed an 11th consecutive night of military strikes across Iran as tensions over the strategic Strait of Hormuz continue to increase.
The latest wave of aerial bombardments targeted Iranian command centers, aircraft hangars, drone facilities, and coastal military infrastructure across multiple provinces, including Bushehr, Khuzestan, and East Azerbaijan. U.S. Central Command confirmed that the operations focus on degrading Tehran’s ability to attack commercial shipping and disrupt one of the world’s most vital energy corridors.
President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iranian leadership on Wednesday. In a statement posted to social media while en route to Dover Air Force Base, the president declared that the U.S. will bomb and destroy one bridge or power plant in Iran for every future attack launched against ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The warning applies to any device or weapon used by Iranian forces, including missiles, rockets, and drones.
The Pentagon updated its figures on Wednesday, reporting that 18 American service members have been killed and over 480 wounded since the start of hostilities. Meanwhile, Iran’s Health Ministry reported dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries from American strikes over the past month, with explosions reported near key cities and transport infrastructure.
