Reports of explosions and strikes in southern Iran; casualties reported in the Jask port area

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Explosions were heard in cities in southern Iran, including Bandar Abbas and Jask, for a second consecutive night. Sounds of explosions were also heard in Sirik and Qeshm, and air defense systems were activated at the Khamir port in northern Qeshm. Iranian television reported sounds of explosions in Jask, Sirik, Bandar Abbas and Qeshm.

Four explosions were heard at the Bahman port on Qeshm Island, marking the third consecutive night. At this stage it is not clear whether they involved a hit on ships near the island's coast or American strikes in the port area.

Casualties from strikes in southern the country were reported in the Jask port area, and casualties from the same strikes were reported on Qeshm Island. It is not currently clear who carried out the strikes or the extent of the damage.