Report: US warship attacked in Persian Gulf

According to reports circulating via security channels, a US warship was attacked in the Persian Gulf on Thursday afternoon. No details on the type of attack, extent of damage, or casualties are yet available. The report is single-sourced and unverified.

A report circulating via security channels on Thursday afternoon claimed that a US warship was attacked in the Persian Gulf. The report is single-sourced and unverified at this time. No details on the type of attack, the identity of the vessel, or any casualties are available. No official confirmation from the Pentagon or US Central Command has been issued.

3 developments

1. 3 hours ago · 14:07 · 9 JulLatest

   Report confirms ballistic missile strike on a ship in Persian Gulf.

2. 13:57 · 9 Jul

   IRGC identified as the perpetrator of the US warship attack.

3. 13:56 · 9 Jul

   Report: US warship attacked in Persian Gulf

• Developing02:28 · 12 JunIranian Navy fires four missiles at US warship in the Gulf
• Strong11:25 · 11 JunIranian source: Shell hit cargo ship in Gulf of Oman, crew rescued
• Strong2 days ago · 12:56 · 7 JulIran launches ballistic missiles at ships in Strait of Hormuz
• Developing2 days ago · 04:21 · 8 JulNew reports: Iranian missiles fired at US warships

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