US CENTCOM Completes Third Wave of Airstrikes Against Iranian Military Sites
United States Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted a massive third wave of offensive strikes across Iran overnight into July 13, 2026. Using precision-guided munitions from land and sea-based assets, the operation targeted approximately 140 military sites, including air defense systems, radar stations, and drone storage facilities. The strikes aim to degrade Iran's capability to threaten international shipping following recent escalations in the Strait of Hormuz, which remains a critical global energy corridor.
Date: July 13, 2026
Location: Iran
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: airstrike
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 1
Source: The Hindu