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Trump Orders 140-Target US Strike After Iran Hits Ship

7/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On July 11, U.S. forces struck about 140 Iranian military targets in a third round of attacks.
The strikes, launched from jets, drones and ships, hit missile and drone sites, naval assets, ammunition, communications and surveillance.
President Donald Trump ordered the attacks after Iran struck the container ship GF Galaxy, killing one crew member.

History

Historical Context

On 14 April 1988 the U.S. frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts hit an Iranian mine during Operation Earnest Will, prompting the Reagan administration to launch Operation Praying Mantis on 18 April 1988. The strike, led by the carrier USS Enterprise, sank two Iranian oil platforms, two frigates and other vessels, pressuring Iran toward a cease-fire and shaping later Gulf confrontations.

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Story summary

On July 11, U.S. forces struck about 140 Iranian military targets in a third round of attacks.
The strikes, launched from jets, drones and ships, hit missile and drone sites, naval assets, ammunition, communications and surveillance.
President Donald Trump ordered the attacks after Iran struck the container ship GF Galaxy, killing one crew member.

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