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HIGH MILITARY UNVERIFIED

US Central Command Releases Footage of Direct Strikes on Iranian Mainland and Islands

Jul 14, 2026 03:23 AM CT Iran US military, Iran, direct strikes, escalation, CENTCOM

Summary

The United States military has released video evidence confirming direct kinetic strikes against targets on Iranian soil, including the mainland and islands. This action represents a significant escalation in the conflict theater, marking a direct US military engagement with Iran rather than limited proxy or defensive operations.

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US Central Command has released video showing its latest wave of attacks reportedly hitting Iran's mainland and islands.

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T2 Al Jazeera
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Actor Responses

United States AGGRESSOR

Released video footage confirming execution of strikes on Iranian territory.

Iran NEUTRAL

Subject of direct military strikes by US forces on mainland and islands.

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