Published July 7, 2026 at 5:40 PM ET · Updated July 7, 2026 at 6:04 PM ET
US military launches strikes against Iran, Central Command says
6 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.
The United States launched military strikes against Iran in retaliation for attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Central Command confirmed the strikes, which multiple outlets described as targeting Iran over the shipping attacks.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 2 hr ago, when The Gateway Pundit reported it. Coverage has since grown to 6 independent outlets, including 4 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from CBS News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
