Analysis & Reports

Iran launched a missile attack on the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters located in Bahrain on July 14. The attack involved Iranian military forces using missiles against the U.S. installation.

Two UAE tankers were attacked by cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz on July 14, resulting in one death and eight injuries. The attack, attributed to missiles launched from Iran, caused significant damage and fire on the vessels. The UAE government condemned the incident, emphasizing its violation of international law and the threat it poses to regional stability and global trade.

Multiple explosions occurred in Geshm Island and Abbas Port, Iran, on July 14, attributed to U.S. military strikes in Khuzestan Province, resulting in four injuries.

Two UAE oil tankers were attacked by two cruise missiles launched from the direction of Iran in the Strait of Hormuz on July 14. The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed the incident.

The Kilo-class submarines, integral to the Russian Navy, have faced significant vulnerabilities from modern drone technology, with incidents in 2023 and 2025 resulting in severe damage and sinking. Despite their historical success and ongoing production, these submarines are now at risk from inexpensive drone strikes while still being utilized by various navies worldwide. Russia continues to enhance their capabilities, but the design's limitations are becoming apparent as more advanced alternatives emerge.

The U.S. military began airstrikes against Iran on July 13, 2023, at 16:45 EDT, marking the third consecutive night of such operations. These strikes are intended to impose significant costs on Iranian forces and diminish their ability to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump emphasized the U.S. commitment to continue these actions, describing the existing U.S.-Iran memorandum as a mere test with limited constraints.

Iranian military conducted strikes against U.S. forces in Kuwait using suicide drones and cruise missiles in the early morning of the 14th. The attacks targeted U.S. communication systems, fuel storage, and air defense systems as a response to recent U.S. missile strikes on Iranian military facilities. Iran stated that its defensive actions would be adjusted based on the level of enemy aggression.

The U.S. military conducted airstrikes against Iran on July 13, 2023, at 4:45 PM EDT, marking the third consecutive night of such operations. These strikes were ordered by President Trump and aim to impose significant costs on Iranian armed forces while degrading their ability to attack civilians and commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps shot down a U.S. military MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of the 13th.

The U.S. Navy will implement a maritime blockade against all Iranian ports and coastal areas starting July 14, 2023, at 20:00 GMT. This blockade will apply to all vessels, regardless of their flag, but will allow humanitarian shipments after inspection. Neutral vessels can still transit through the Strait of Hormuz to non-Iranian destinations. U.S. Central Command has issued navigation warnings for the region.

Houthi forces launched missiles and drones at Abha International Airport on July 13 in retaliation for Saudi airstrikes on Sana'a International Airport. Saudi air defense successfully intercepted some of the incoming missiles targeting southern regions of Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabian air defense intercepted missiles launched by Houthi forces targeting southern Saudi Arabia on July 13. The Houthi forces claimed that Saudi airstrikes had targeted the runway of Sanaa International Airport, which they control. This incident highlights ongoing military tensions in the region.

President Trump notified Congress of renewed military action against Iran, stating that U.S. forces conducted defensive strikes on July 7. This action has intensified the dispute between Congress and the White House, as Congress had previously voted to limit the president's war powers regarding Iran. The White House maintains that Trump is acting within his constitutional authority as Commander-in-Chief.

Democratic senators called for the Pentagon to disclose findings from a military investigation into a February 28 strike that killed over 175 children and teachers at a school in Minab, Iran. The U.S. military is under scrutiny for potentially using outdated intelligence, and the incident is noted as the largest civilian casualty event for U.S. forces since 1991. Lawmakers demand a plan to prevent future occurrences and accountability for the strike.

The U.S. military will reimpose a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz starting July 14, 2020, following renewed fighting with Iran. The blockade will charge a toll on all cargo traffic, aimed at ensuring safety and security in the waterway. U.S. forces have conducted over 300 strikes on Iranian targets in response to attacks on commercial shipping, while maintaining a strong naval presence in the region.

On October 13, 2023, U.S. Central Command conducted airstrikes against multiple Iranian targets, including missile and drone facilities, in response to Iranian threats. The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retaliated by attacking U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, destroying key military infrastructure. The conflict has intensified, undermining a fragile ceasefire and raising tensions over control of the Hormuz Strait.

The U.S. military will begin enforcing a maritime blockade on Iran starting at 4 p.m. EST on July 14. This blockade will cover all of Iran's ports, oil terminals, and coastal areas, allowing for interception of unauthorized vessels. However, neutral transit through the Strait of Hormuz will remain unaffected.

U.S. forces employed three Corsair unmanned surface vessels to strike a submarine and ship maintenance facility at Bandar Abbas Naval Base in Iran on Sunday. This marked the first combat use of sea drones by American forces, aimed at degrading Iran's capability to attack commercial shipping. The operation followed President Trump's declaration that a ceasefire with Iran was over, and it is part of a broader offensive by U.S. Central Command against Iranian targets.

U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against Iranian military assets near the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran retaliated against U.S. facilities in the region. Commercial traffic through the strait has significantly decreased, indicating a tense maritime environment. Both nations assert control over the strait, leading to an ongoing armed stalemate.

U.S. Central Command employed three Corsair unmanned surface vessels to strike a submarine and ship maintenance facility at the Bandar Abbas naval base in Iran. This operation marks the first combat use of sea drones by U.S. forces, aimed at degrading Iran's military capabilities and protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes occurred following the revocation of a license allowing Iran to sell oil.