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Politics & DiplomacyRoutine/Middle East/Jul 17, 2026

Iranian airport and bridges hit as US forces board ship amid ports blockade – as it happened

This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here: US marines board tanker amid blockade of Iranian ports. The IRGC has threatened “more crushing” attacks against neighbouring countries hosting US bases, warning that they will pay a “devastating price” if American forces continue to attack Iran’s civilian infrastructure.

Tehran · Iran/2 min read

This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here: US marines board tanker amid blockade of Iranian ports. The IRGC has threatened “more crushing” attacks against neighbouring countries hosting US bases, warning that they will pay a “devastating price” if American forces continue to attack Iran’s civilian infrastructure.

Source: The Guardian — Middle East. Follow the original report for the latest details.

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