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Iran

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CENTCOM strikes Iranian sites after July 17 Jordan attack kills two US troops

Jul 19, 2026

The segment reports confirmation of two US service members killed and one missing in an Iranian missile and drone attack on a Jordan base on July 17. It covers the US response with another wave of airstrikes on Iranian military facilities, marking consecutive days of operations, and Iranian threats of further retaliation. Discussion turns to the status of the interim ceasefire signed by Trump last month, with analysts noting stalled Switzerland talks and the agreement effectively collapsed amid renewed exchanges.

▶ Source: FRANCE 24 English

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Fox Business discusses US CENTCOM strikes on Iranian targets amid Strait of Hormuz shipping attacks

Jul 13, 2026

The short features an expert discussing IRGC involvement in drone and boat attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. It covers US responses including leadership targeting, decentralized IRGC operations, and recent CENTCOM strikes on roughly 400 targets to suppress capabilities. Shipping transits are described as low at 20 versus a prior 40 and desired 100-120, concluding that Iran is losing and the US Navy controls the strait. The segment draws from military developments reported by CENTCOM, with the expert providing analysis on operational style and effectiveness. It references 'Operation Epic Fury' for earlier strike phases and highlights the shift to retaliatory action this week.

▶ Source: Fox Business