US Strike on Jask Desalination Plant Disrupts Water Supply
A U.S. military strike targeted a power transformer and seawater intake stations at a desalination plant in Bunji, Jask County, on Iran's southern coast. The attack resulted in the immediate loss of drinking water for approximately 10,000 residents across 30 villages during extreme summer heat. The strike was part of a broader campaign targeting Iranian logistics but has drawn criticism for hitting civilian infrastructure. Market analysts noted the strike contributed to a significant drop in Bitcoin prices below the $100,000 mark.
Date: July 17, 2026
Location: Iran
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: infrastructure
Severity: HIGH
Source: Crypto Briefing