First Thing: US continues attacks on Iran ‘in honor’ of dead service members | Martin Belam
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The US launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran early Monday, following the death of a third American service member in recent days. President Donald Trump stated that the new attacks were carried out 'in honor' of the dead. The strikes continue to escalate the conflict between the US and Iran.
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Ninth consecutive night of strikes.
Another American service member died, the third in recent days.
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Another American service member died, the third in recent days.
The Guardian- Ninth consecutive night of strikes.
- Escalation of US-Iran conflict.
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Loaded language removed<p>The US has launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran. Plus, the glorious art deco LA library celebrates 100 years</p><p>Good morning. The US launched a <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/20/us-strikes-iran-strait-of-hormuz-oil-prices">ninth night of strikes</a> targeting Iran early Monday, after announcing the death of another American service member – the third in recent days. Donald Trump said the new attacks were “in honor” of the dead.
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Another American service member died, the third in recent days.
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