US Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran, Targets Airport, Railway Station and Bridges

The United States has carried out a new wave of airstrikes on key infrastructure in Iran, targeting an airport, a railway station and multiple bridges in what officials described as part of an expanded military campaign against Tehran. The latest attacks mark another escalation in the ongoing exchange of strikes between the two countries, with tensions showing no signs of easing.

According to Iranian state media, the strikes hit locations in Hormozgan Province in southern Iran, an area close to the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz. Authorities said the attacks damaged transportation infrastructure, including two bridges and a railway station, while explosions were also reported near an airport. Iranian officials reported casualties and injuries, though the exact toll has not been independently verified.

The U.S. military said the operation was aimed at further degrading Iran's military capabilities and disrupting logistical networks that support military activities in the region. The strikes are part of a broader campaign that has intensified over the past several days, with Washington targeting infrastructure it says is linked to Iran's military operations.

The latest action follows a series of retaliatory attacks exchanged by both sides. Iran has continued launching missiles and drones at U.S. military facilities and allied positions across the Gulf, while American forces have expanded strikes against Iranian military and logistical assets. The growing confrontation has heightened concerns that the conflict could spread further across the Middle East.

The Strait of Hormuz remains at the centre of the crisis. The narrow waterway is one of the world's most important energy corridors, handling a significant share of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Any disruption to shipping through the strait has the potential to affect global energy markets, freight costs and international supply chains.

International leaders have renewed calls for restraint as fears of a wider regional conflict continue to grow. While diplomatic efforts remain underway, both Washington and Tehran have maintained military pressure, leaving the prospects for an immediate de-escalation uncertain. Analysts warn that continued attacks on critical infrastructure could further destabilize the region and increase risks for commercial shipping and civilian transportation.