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U.S. Official: Iran Attacks Injured “Far More” Troops Than Pentagon Admits

The Intercept reports that the Pentagon's official casualty figures undercount the number of U.S. troops injured in recent Iranian attacks. A U.S. official said 'far more' personnel were wounded than acknowledged, and the Pentagon has admitted to nearly 100 injuries since July 7. The story also details specific troop deaths and ongoing discrepancies in the Defense Casualty Analysis System.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 20

IRGC claims to have struck, 'destroyed' US military sites in Bahrain, Kuwait - report

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have struck and destroyed US military sites and equipment in Bahrain and Kuwait, including a fuel terminal, a logistics center, and an air base. Kuwait confirmed missile and drone attacks and said its air defenses intercepted the strikes. The Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the US abandons 'hostile acts' against Iran, the IRGC added.

2 outlets · 5 articles Jul 20

Why is Iran bombing Gulf states while avoiding US naval assets and Israel?

Iran has been targeting military and civilian infrastructure across Gulf states and Jordan in response to US strikes on Iranian territory, while deliberately avoiding attacks on US naval assets and Israel, according to Al Jazeera reporting. Analysts attribute this strategy to a desire to pressure Washington without provoking a devastating US response, as Gulf states deny allowing their territories to be used for attacks against Iran.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 20

Middle East live: US launches strikes to 'punish' Iran after troops killed

The United States began a new round of airstrikes targeting Iran early Monday after announcing the death of another American service member, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, risking a wider conflict. In a related escalation, Washington launched its eighth consecutive wave of strikes in Iran over the weekend, with two US troops killed in Jordan and Kuwait accusing Tehran of targeting civilian infrastructure.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 20

Iran used brief US truce to build $6 billion oil buffer - report

During a month-long suspension of the US blockade, Iran exported roughly 70 million barrels of oil worth $5-6 billion, according to estimates cited by The Wall Street Journal and advocacy group United Against Nuclear Iran. The exports, which included about 20 tankers that arrived off Malaysia's coast, were destined for China. The temporary agreement, signed June 17, was terminated by the US Treasury on July 7, and the blockade was restored on July 14.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 19