US Launches Airstrikes on Iranian Targets, American Media Reports

The United States has initiated airstrikes against Iranian targets, according to American media reports on Tuesday.

• Al-Qahera News channel reported the strikes, citing American media outlets.
• The attacks were described as ongoing as of Tuesday evening, 14 July 2026.
• No details on the specific targets or location of the strikes have been released.

Latest developments

• A US official confirmed that the airstrikes on Iran have been ongoing for two hours, with military operations continuing inside Iranian territory.
• The strikes follow President Donald Trump's warning about targeting Mount Khar near the Natanz nuclear facility.
• Iranian military adviser Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi accused Israel of being the primary cause of the attack and stated that Iran will enhance deterrence for the 'resistance front'.
• A U.S. official said the strikes targeted military sites in Iran to eliminate 'emerging threats.'
• Iranian state media reported rocket attacks on Qeshm Island and explosions near Bandar Abbas.
• The strikes are set to continue until a naval blockade of Iranian ports takes effect.