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Why has the US restarted strikes against Iran now?
By Haley Bull at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 14, 2026
· 4 min read
The United States launched a third straight day of strikes against Iran Monday, as the U.S. and Iran sparred over the Strait of Hormuz, and President Trump sought to up pressure in the waterway with the resumption of a blockade and new payments.U.S. Central Command said the strikes will continue ...
Key takeaway We're attacking them tonight, and we're taking out all of their capability for anything having to do with the strait, with the Hormuz strait, and I think in the end we will end up just controlling the whole thing, President Trump said.
Why this matters in The Waco
The ongoing US strikes against Iran have significant implications for Waco residents, particularly those with loved ones serving in the US military. As the US Central Command continues to impose a heavy cost on Iranian forces, local families with ties to the military may be on edge, wondering how the escalating tensions will affect their loved ones stationed in the region. The fact that US ground forces are not involved in these strikes may provide some reassurance, but the situation remains volatile. Waco's connection to the military through its proximity to Fort Hood means that local residents are likely to be closely following developments in the conflict, and the city's community may come together to support families affected by the ongoing strikes. As the situation unfolds, Waco residents will be watching to see how the US military's actions impact the safety of commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and the potential for further escalation.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The United States launched a third straight day of strikes against Iran Monday, as the U.S. and Iran sparred over the Strait of Hormuz, and President Trump sought to up pressure in the waterway with the resumption of a blockade and new payments.U.S. Central Command said the strikes will continue ...
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