US – Iran
(Alex Raufoglu – RFE/RL) The US launched a new wave of military strikes early on July 12 against Iran after Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and Iranian forces struck a Cyprus-flagged container ship, sharply escalating tensions in one of the world’s most strategically important waterways. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had begun a third round of strikes this week after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) attacked the M/V GFS Galaxy while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz. “A civilian crew member is missing and the vessel is unable to continue the journey due to an onboard fire and significant engine room damage,” CENTCOM said in a statement. – US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran After Tehran Closes Strait Of Hormuz
