Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=LJGLdaAOUtm Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter US hits dozens of Iranian sites in strikes, as Iran targets US bases in region | BBC News [ZNF7940LMRJ] Health Updated on August 08, 2026 EDT — Published on August 08, 2026 EDT The US said it has hit "dozens" of Iranian military targets in overnight attacks, in response to Iran hitting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The military said it struck "air-defense systems, coastal radar sites, missile and drone capabilities, and small boats", using aircraft, ships, and drones - including "one-way attack sea drones for the first time". "The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade," the US military said. "Iran does not control it". In response, Iran said it targeted US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait and also radar systems in Oman. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #US #Iran #BBCNews qrrryaBNCXQ WoM1jMzGCV3 UylDg8jKlZL HdZrsHB8YUr QQK5AIAnAMD ZDJFOYCu1yY 81r7QHxTJg4
The US said it has hit "dozens" of Iranian military targets in overnight attacks, in response to Iran hitting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The military said it struck "air-defense systems, coastal radar sites, missile and drone capabilities, and small boats", using aircraft, ships, and drones - including "one-way attack sea drones for the first time". "The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global trade," the US military said. "Iran does not control it". In response, Iran said it targeted US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait and also radar systems in Oman. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #US #Iran #BBCNews qrrryaBNCXQ WoM1jMzGCV3 UylDg8jKlZL HdZrsHB8YUr QQK5AIAnAMD ZDJFOYCu1yY 81r7QHxTJg4