U.S. says seventh straight night of strikes on Iran has ended, maritime blockade to continue

U.S. says seventh straight night of strikes on Iran has ended, maritime blockade to continue

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2026-07-18 01:52:52
U.S. Central Command said on July 18 that American forces ended their seventh consecutive night of military strikes on Iran at 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time on July 17. According to the statement, the operation targeted reconnaissance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage facilities, and maritime targets. The mission involved multiple types of military assets, including fighter jets, drones, and warships. Central Command also said U.S. forces will continue to hold Iran accountable under presidential direction and will fully carry out a maritime blockade aimed at Iranian ports. The statement added that more than 50,000 U.S. troops are currently deployed across the Middle East on active missions. Those forces remain on high alert and are capable of carrying out rapid strikes.
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BlockBeats reported on July 18 that U.S. Central Command said American forces had ended their seventh consecutive night of military strikes on Iran at 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time on July 17.

According to Central Command, the operation that night hit reconnaissance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage facilities, and maritime targets. The mission used multiple military platforms, including fighter jets, drones, and warships.

The statement said U.S. forces will continue to hold Iran accountable under presidential direction and will fully enforce a maritime blockade targeting Iranian ports.

Central Command also said that more than 50,000 U.S. troops are currently deployed in the Middle East on active missions. The forces remain on high alert and retain the ability to carry out rapid strikes.

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