US Strikes in Iran Target Military Site, Official Says
US carried out new strikes in Iran targeting a military site, with explosions heard near Bandar Abbas.
May 28, 2026
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Source: nzherald.co.nz
The United States has carried out new strikes in Iran targeting a military site, a US official confirmed on Thursday. The strikes occurred early Thursday morning local time, with Iranian media reporting three explosions heard east of the port city of Bandar Abbas around 1:30 am.
Iranian state media added that air defenses were activated for several minutes following the blasts. The US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, did not provide further details on the specific target or the extent of damage.
The strikes come amid heightened tensions between the two nations. No immediate comment was available from Iranian authorities regarding casualties or the impact on the targeted site.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What was targeted in the US strikes on Iran?
A US official said the strikes targeted a military site near Bandar Abbas, but no further details were provided.
When did the strikes occur?
The strikes occurred early Thursday morning, May 28, 2026, local Iranian time, around 1:30 am.
How did Iran respond to the strikes?
Iranian media reported that air defenses were activated for several minutes after explosions were heard, but no official response from Iranian authorities was immediately available.
