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World · 6 March 2026

US: 30 Iranian ships sunk, 200 targets hit in 72 hours

US: 30 Iranian ships sunk, 200 targets hit in 72 hours

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US Central Command head Admiral Brad Cooper confirmed American forces have sunk more than 30 Iranian ships. He stated the US bomber force struck nearly 200 targets inside Iran over the preceding 72 hours. The announcement marks a sharp intensification of the US military campaign against Iran, which began with joint US-Israeli strikes on 28 February targeting Iran's leadership, nuclear sites, and military infrastructure.

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