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Breaking News: Iran–US–Israel War Escalates as Energy Targets and Military Bases Come Under Attack

The ongoing Middle East war continues to intensify with heavy strikes and counterstrikes between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Military experts say the recent attacks on Kharg Island mark a major escalation because the island is critical to Iran’s economy, handling nearly 90% of its oil exports. According to defense analyst G. D. Bakshi, targeting Kharg Island appears to be an attempt to weaken Iran’s economic backbone. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed that American forces carried out one of the most powerful attacks in Middle East history, striking military installations on the island. Videos released by the US reportedly show multiple explosions at Iranian bases. In response, Iran has intensified its retaliation with missile strikes toward Israeli cities including Tel Aviv and attacks on energy infrastructure such as the refinery in Haifa. Iranian forces are believed to have used advanced missiles like the Khorramshahr-4 missile and Fattah-2 missile, which analysts say are extremely difficult to intercept. The US has also deployed Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit bombers capable of carrying GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs, raising fears that deeply buried Iranian military or nuclear facilities could be targeted. According to defense expert Sanjay Soi, both sides are increasingly targeting energy infrastructure and military supply systems to weaken the opponent’s long-term war capability. Iran has reportedly responded by attacking US-linked tankers in Sharjah and military positions in the region.

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