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STANDARD MILITARY UNVERIFIED

US Central Command Reports Third Night of Airstrikes on Iran

Jul 13, 2026 06:25 PM CT Iran US military, Iran, airstrikes, escalation, CENTCOM

Summary

US Central Command has confirmed the execution of a third night of airstrikes against targets in Iran, acting under direct orders from the Commander in Chief. This development signifies a major escalation in the conflict theater, marking direct US military engagement against Iranian state infrastructure.

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According to the statement, the third night of the strikes is being carried out "at the Commander in Chief’s direction"

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United States AGGRESSOR

Launched a third night of strikes on Iran under the direction of the Commander in Chief.

Iran NEUTRAL

Subject of ongoing US military strikes.

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→ ESCALATION OF 85% confidence
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