On July 20, 2026, the United States launched a series of airstrikes against Iranian military targets, according to the Pentagon. The strikes were in response to a drone attack on a US base in Erbil, Iraq, which killed three US service members and injured several others.
Explosions were reported in multiple Iranian cities, including Tehran, Isfahan, and Tabriz. Iranian state media confirmed the attacks but provided limited details on casualties or damage. The US military stated that the targets included command centers and weapons storage facilities linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
The escalation follows weeks of heightened tensions in the region, with Iran-backed militias increasing attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria. US officials have warned of further action if attacks continue. No immediate comment was available from Iranian leadership.
