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Reports of Explosions Near Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island Attributed to US Forces

Jul 13, 2026 04:50 AM CT Bandar Abbas, Iran iran,united states,persian gulf,military activity,bandar abbas

Summary

Iranian state media reported explosions near Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island, attributing the blasts to attacks by US forces. This incident highlights ongoing tensions and potential low-level military friction between the US and Iran in the Persian Gulf, though the scale suggests a routine or limited engagement rather than a major escalation.

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Explosions heard around Iran’s Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island Iran's Mehr news agency has reported that new blasts have been heard near the southern city of Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island on Monday. “Over the past few nights American terrorist forces have carried out attacks on the southern coastli...

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Iran NEUTRAL

Reported explosions near southern coastal areas and attributed them to US attacks.

United States AGGRESSOR

Allegedly carried out attacks on the southern coastline according to Iranian reports.

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