According to Israeli journalist Asaf Rozentzweig (N12), Iranian sources report American airstrikes on Qeshm Island and a series of targets in the Strait of Hormuz area. Details on the extent of the strikes and any casualties are not yet available.
At 00:50 Jerusalem on Thursday, July 16, Israeli journalist Asaf Rozentzweig (N12) reported, citing Iranian sources, that the United States conducted additional airstrikes on Qeshm Island and a series of targets across the Strait of Hormuz area. This follows a flurry of unverified reports on Tuesday evening, July 14, at 18:22 Jerusalem, which first described US strikes on Qeshm Island, then within minutes reported further explosions, specifically on power and water plants causing a widespread blackout on Qeshm Island, and a fourth version noting additional strikes on the island. All reports from that evening remained unconfirmed by official US or Iranian sources, and the current report likewise lacks independent verification.
The sequence of unverified reports on July 14 began with initial Iranian claims of US strikes on Qeshm Island, quickly followed by a second report of explosions, a third detailing strikes on power and water infrastructure that led to a blackout, and a fourth noting additional strikes—all published at 18:22 Jerusalem. The source quality across these updates remained uniform: based on Iranian sources, not independently corroborated. The current update, again attributed to Iranian sources via a single journalist, adds claims of new strikes without providing further details on targets, damage, or casualties.
As The Zioneer has reported previously, the broader US military campaign against Iran has included strikes on Kish Island, Bandar Abbas, and other strategic infrastructure along the Strait of Hormuz, as well as shifts toward targets deeper inside Iran, such as near Ahvaz. Separately, Iranian sources have claimed attacks on US vessels and facilities, all without independent confirmation.
What remains open: The latest report is unverified, with no official confirmation from the US military or the Iranian government. The precise targets, extent of damage, and any casualties are not yet known. The desk continues to monitor for further updates.
4 developments
- DevelopingExplosions reported in Strait of Hormuz; Iran reportedly targeting US ships
- ConfirmedUS targets around the Strait of Hormuz exposed to potential threats
- DevelopingRegional assessment: US strikes continue near Strait of Hormuz, Iran retaliates against Gulf bases
- StrongIranian media report new strikes on Qeshm Island, Bandar Lengeh and Bandar Kong
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