The United States launched a series of military strikes against Iran on Wednesday. Bombings were reported in Ahvaz and on the island of Qeshm, as well as in Bandar Abbas. Tehran responded quickly by launching retaliatory attacks across the region. These strikes were reported by Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. This escalation occurs simultaneously with the resumption of a US naval blockade on Iranian ports. The situation remains volatile as both nations exchange blows. Further updates are being provided via a liveblog.