A cancer hospital has been closed in Ahwaz city of Iran. This hospital has been closed for some time. Due to American air strikes near the hospital, 211 patients, including children undergoing chemotherapy, had to be evacuated from there.

The attacks late on Wednesday night targeted the areas around Shahid Bagai Hospital, a specialized center for hematology and oncology in Khuzestan province. The hospital building has been affected by the tremors of the explosions. After this the authorities had to send the patients to another medical center.

✓BREAKING: A Children’s Cancer Hospital has been Damaged in US strikes in Southern Iran, and an Evacuation is now underway pic.twitter.com/uYiUf9Jcde

— Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) July 15, 2026

According to Aljazeera, hospital staff say that some people had children in their arms. Some had IVs in their arms. Some were in wheelchairs. Everyone came out. According to Iran’s government news agency IRNA, the patients were evacuated to save their lives. The hospital has been closed for some time. There is no news of any casualty.

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Iran’s Foreign Ministry responded

At the same time, Iran has condemned this attack by America. A Foreign Ministry spokesman described the US attack near a children’s cancer hospital in Ahvaz as a barbaric war crime. He has said that due to this attack, 211 patients undergoing chemotherapy had to be evacuated from there in an emergency situation.

Ismail Bagai posted on X that the Martyr Bagai Hospital, a children’s cancer treatment center in Ahvaz, was evacuated last night. America had attacked a nearby place.

He said that this barbaric attack is a reminder of Israel’s atrocities against health services. Caused immense suffering and anxiety for the children admitted to the hospital. 211 patients undergoing chemotherapy were forced to leave the place due to emergency. This is a dastardly war crime against the most innocent of human beings, the children who are bravely fighting for their lives.

Bagai said that he constantly talks about human rights. We turn a blind eye when hospitals and health centers are targeted. He has lost all his moral credibility. All the patients have been shifted to another hospital. His treatment is continuing.

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US Iran Conflict: The ongoing military tension between Iran and America has once again intensified. Many cities of Iran were targeted in the latest American air strikes. The most serious impact was seen in Ahvaz city, where the children’s cancer treatment department of Shahid Baghai Hospital was damaged in the American bombing. The patients and children undergoing treatment in the hospital had to be immediately taken to a safe place. Meanwhile, the conflict between the two countries regarding the Strait of Hormuz has deepened.

Children’s cancer department suffered loss

According to Iran’s Mehr News Agency, the American attack affected the part of Shahid Baghai Hospital in Ahvaz, where chemotherapy was given to cancer patients, including children. The hospital was evacuated after the attack. At present the patients have been shifted to other safe places.

Attacks in many cities of Iran

According to reports, explosions took place in several areas including Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Chabahar, Konarak, Rusk City, Khondab and Khurramabad. Air defense systems were also activated in Tehran. Iranian officials claim that an army barrack was also targeted in the attacks, in which at least seven soldiers died. So far, 35 people have been claimed dead and more than 300 people injured.

America reimposes port blockade

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that it targeted Iran’s military capabilities that were posing a threat to ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The US also claimed that it had stopped an oil tanker heading towards Iran and reimposed the blockade of its ports.

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Iran’s counterattack and Trump’s warning

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) claimed that it targeted the US Fifth Fleet and other military targets in Bahrain. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said that if Iran does not return to the negotiating table, the situation may become more serious next week. However, the talks through mediation between the two countries have not yet formally ended.

Strait of Hormuz became the biggest controversy

Iran has reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until America stops its military action. This sea route is considered one of the most important routes for oil and gas supply in the world. Due to this, the effect of tension is also visible on the global energy market.

America has intensified its attacks against Iran. Iran’s Health Minister has claimed that more than 30 civilians have died in America’s recent attack, while 260 have been injured. Ministry spokesperson Hussein Kermanpour gave this information on Wednesday (July 15). He said that the injured included at least 3 women and 6 children. So far, after treating 222 people, they have been discharged from the hospital.

Kermanpour said that these people were injured in the recent US attacks on Iran. Earlier on Wednesday, Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani had claimed that in recent days, more than 30 civilians have died in American attacks on southern Iran. In a post on social media X, Mohajerani expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. He said that the government will stand with the people with full strength. He described southern Iran as the beating heart of the country.

Claim of death of seven Iranian soldiers in US attacks

On the other hand, according to Iranian news agency Tasnim, the army’s statement said that America fired 13 missiles at Bampur Barracks located in Iranshahr area of ​​Sistan-Baluchistan province of Iran. In this attack, seven soldiers of the 388th Brigade were killed, while many others were injured. The Iranian Army said that the number of casualties could be limited due to the security measures present at the military base.

Iranian Health Ministry says recent US airstrikes have killed at least 35 people and wounded over 300 others, reports AP

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 15, 2026

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According to the Iranian military, the purpose of the American attacks was to cause maximum damage, and for this the guesthouses, security posts and residential facilities of the military base were targeted. The army said that this attack was not limited to only damaging the military base, but its aim was to harm as many people as possible.

IRGC will give a befitting reply to bid attacks

The Iranian army has said that it will respond to the American attack on the Bampur Garrison (military base) in south-east Iran. Terming this attack as cowardice, the Army said that a decisive reply will be given at the appropriate time.

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An Iranian newspaper has taken a radical and provocative stance. The newspaper has published the names and photographs of many foreign leaders. The newspaper says that these leaders should be targeted in retaliation for the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

According to AFP report, On Saturday (July 11), Hamshahri newspaper, published by the authorities of the Iranian capital, shared online graphics containing photographs of 13 foreign leaders after Mujtaba’s statement. It was also pointed out in the newspaper that the Iranian government had given official approval to the list published by the newspaper.

Who is included in this list?
The list released by the newspaper includes US President Donald Trump, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, British PM Keir Starmer. However, these photographs are not in the newspaper edition, it has only been placed on the website through online graphics.

The agency said the list also includes US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense Minister Pete Hegseth, French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian PM Giorgio Meloni, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Iran accused European countries of not condemning the attacks in Iran. It also included allowing American military aircraft to enter its air space.

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Mujtaba Khamenei said- Revenge is necessary

Mujtaba Khamenei had said that revenge is necessary. Revenge is the desire of our country. This should be completed at all costs. These criminals, whose names are on the list, will take to the grave with the wish to die peacefully on their bed.

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Iran’s supreme leader had said that Iran has prepared a list of people whom Tehran wants to target. However, Mujtaba did not reveal anyone’s name.

On February 28, Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in a joint attack by America and Israel. Here, on Saturday, his son Mujtaba Khamenei swore that those responsible for this would be punished. Just last week, after weekly mourning, he was laid to rest in Mashhad city, which was also the Ayatollah’s hometown.

US Iran Conflict: The tension between America and Iran has once again reached a dangerous point. The US on Sunday launched its third military action this week against Iran following an attack on a merchant ship in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the action was taken in response to an attack by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on the Cyprus-flagged container ship M/V GFS Galaxy.

At 7:15 pm ET today, US Central Command forces began launching the third round of strikes this week against Iran after Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces blatantly attacked M/V GFS Galaxy, a Cyprus-flagged container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz. A civilian crew…

— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 11, 2026

Ship attacked, one crew member missing

According to CENTCOM, the action started on Sunday night Indian time. In the attack, the ship caught fire and the engine room was heavily damaged, rendering it incapable of traveling further. One crew member is still reported missing. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, “Iran made a wrong decision, now it will have to pay the price.”

News of explosions in many cities of Iran

According to Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB, after the US strikes, loud explosions were heard in several cities including Asaluyeh, Bandar Abbas, Serik, Bandar Deir and Chabahar. Several blasts have also been confirmed at different places.

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Announcement of closing the Strait of Hormuz

Earlier on Sunday, IRGC had claimed that a ship tried to pass through the designated route without permission by switching off the tracking system and did not change course despite warnings. After this, firing was done as a warning. Along with this, Iran announced to close the Strait of Hormuz to all maritime traffic until further orders. Iran warned that if America attacks again on the basis of this incident, then American bases in the region will be targeted.

Diplomatic efforts continue, but tension remains

America on Saturday publicly demanded Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and stop attacks on merchant ships. On the other hand, talks are going on in Muscat under the mediation of Oman and Qatar. Meanwhile, Iran has reiterated that America should first follow the old agreements related to Hormuz and oil export, only then further talks will be possible. Due to continuous attacks and retaliation, concern has increased in the global oil market.

Whenever tension increases between Iran and America, the world’s eyes first turn to oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz. It is not wrong to understand this because 20 percent of the world’s total crude oil passes through Hormuz and Iran has 12 percent of the world’s oil reserves. But does Iran only have oil? no way. A treasure trove of rare minerals is buried beneath Iran’s soil…

How big are Iran’s mineral reserves?

According to the Tehran Times report:

• Iran holds 15 percent of the world’s total mineral reserves.
• Iran accounts for 3 percent of the value of the world’s total mineral production.
• More than 68 types of minerals are found in Iran.
• Iran ranks 5th in the world in terms of natural resources. Its total value has been estimated at around 27.5 trillion dollars.

Lead and Zinc: Iran’s biggest weapon

Iran has huge reserves of lead and zinc:

• Iran has 3 percent of the world’s total lead and zinc reserves.
• Including lead and zinc, Iran has proven reserves of more than 220 million tonnes.
• Iran is the fourth largest producer of lead and zinc in Asia after China, Kazakhstan and India.
• Iran has the world’s largest zinc reserves. According to estimates in some reports, Iran has reserves of about 300 million tons of zinc.
• Iran ranks 11th in the world in terms of lead.
• Iran is the sixth largest zinc producer and fifth largest lead producer in Asia.
• The annual export potential of Iran’s lead and zinc sector is about $2 billion.
• About 80 percent of the production of this sector is exported to 15 countries.

The most interesting thing is that Iran has not even discovered deep underground mining yet. It has less environmental impact than surface mining. This means that Iran may have even more minerals, which have not been discovered yet.

Not just lead-zinc, Iran has much more

Iran’s mineral wealth includes several more strategic minerals:

• Copper: Iran has about 2.6 billion metric tons of copper reserves, which is 5 percent of the world’s total copper reserves. Iran ranks 7th in the world in terms of copper.
• Uranium: Iran also has uranium reserves.
• Lithium: Recently reserves of 86 lakh tonnes of lithium have been found in Iran. Lithium is the most important mineral for batteries of electric vehicles.
• Iron Ore: Iran is the country with the 7th largest iron ore reserves in the world, with 7.1 percent of the world’s reserves. Iran is at 9th place in terms of iron ore.
• Rare Earth Elements: Iran also has reserves of rare earth elements such as titanium.

Why are these minerals so important?

These minerals are not just ‘stones’, but they are the backbone of future technology:

• Zinc is used in making steel, batteries and electric vehicles.
• Lead is used in batteries, defense equipment and radiation protection.
• Copper is essential for electric wiring, electronics and renewable energy.
• Lithium is the backbone of electric vehicles and mobile batteries.

According to a report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Iran’s mineral resources make it an important player in the emerging race for ‘critical minerals’. The demand for these minerals in clean energy, electric vehicles and modern defense systems has increased so much that they have got the status of ‘strategic goods’.

Iran’s mineral strength despite sanctions

The question is that if Iran has such huge mineral reserves, then why is it not able to take full advantage of it? American sanctions are the biggest reason behind this. Due to sanctions, Iran is unable to get machinery and technology from western countries, due to which the mining sector is not able to work at its full capacity.

Despite this, Iran has strengthened its mineral trade with Asian markets, especially China. Iran exports a large part of its copper and zinc to China. In 2023-2024, almost all of Iran’s zinc concentrate exports went to China.

So this fight is not limited to oil only?

France’s Geological Survey Agency (BRGM) has warned that the ongoing crisis in the Middle East is shaking not only the oil and gas markets, but all the mineral resources markets of the world. The production of minerals like aluminium, sulfur and helium, which require natural gas, is also being affected.

G7 countries like America, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Japan have already decided that by 2030, not more than 60 percent of their imports of ‘rare earth elements’ should be from any one country. This means that the G7 wants to reduce its dependence on China and in this effort Iran can emerge as an alternative.

Conflict seems to be intensifying again in Western Asia. US President Donald Trump has threatened a major attack on Iran. Trump said, Iran’s government is like a deadly disease (cancer). Therefore, to avoid huge devastation, it is very important to nip it in the bud in time.

US President Donald Trump, while answering the questions of journalists during the NATO summit in Ankara, bluntly said that he feels that the memorandum of understanding with Iran is now over. President Trump, who had a soft stance towards Iran’s leadership till a few weeks ago, has this time used strong words against Tehran. Trump said, ‘There is something wrong with him. They are sick and play dirty games. I don’t want to deal with him, he’s just wasting time.

US attack on Iran

US Centcom targeted 80 military bases of Iran in the early morning on Wednesday (July 8). In response, IRGC also talked about retaliatory action on 85 US bases. The Iranian military claimed that it carried out a drone attack targeting US forces stationed at Sheikh Isa Air Base in Bahrain in response to US attacks on southern Iran. The Army said that openly violating the ceasefire by the US would have serious consequences and all US military bases in the area would now be the target of military drone attacks.

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Iran retaliates on Trump’s threat

On the other hand, Iran has also retaliated on Trump’s threat. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of the Iranian Parliament, said on Wednesday (July 8) that Iran is not afraid of US President Donald Trump’s threats. “We are ready to fight any evil,” Rezai said in a post on X.

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US Airstrikes on Iran: Once again the tension in West Asia has reached a dangerous point. The crisis over the ceasefire signed between America and Iran last month has deepened. On Tuesday, America started new military attacks against Iran, and also canceled important exemptions given for the international sale of Iranian oil. This action has been taken after the attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Military Command (CENTCOM) has accused Iran of violating the ceasefire and endangering regional security. At the same time, Iran has given a strong reaction calling the American action a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

US Central Command forces have begun launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway. The US strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three…

— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 7, 2026

American attack on Iran’s military bases

According to the US Military Command (CENTCOM), the army targeted Iran’s air defense systems, coastal surveillance centers, missile systems and drone launch sites. Iranian media has confirmed several explosions in Serik, Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas.

The exemption to sell oil also ends

America has also withdrawn the permission given in June, under which Iran could sell crude oil and petrochemical products in the international market. Now Iran will have to stop all such deals by July 17. After this decision, the prices of crude oil across the world increased by more than three percent.

Tension increased due to attacks on ships

Qatar has alleged that three merchant ships including its LNG tanker Al Reqaiyat have been attacked. The drone attack caused a fire in the engine room of the tanker, although all the crew are safe. A Saudi oil tanker was also damaged near Oman. Iran says that it did not carry out any attack and is following the agreement.

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Iran’s warning

Iran has expressed strong displeasure over this action of America. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that America has violated the ceasefire agreement and if the situation remains like this, Iran will take every necessary step to protect its interests and security. US President Donald Trump said in clear words that either Iran makes an agreement, otherwise America will “complete its job.” In response, Iran also bluntly said that as long as America continues to threaten, talks on a permanent agreement will not move forward.

‘Trying to teach Iran a lesson’

According to CNN’s report, America’s current attacks are not just a retaliatory action, but their purpose is also to punish Iran severely. An American official said that this campaign will not last for a few hours, but if necessary, it can last for several days. The report said that America believes that Iran will have to pay a heavy price for the recent incidents. This is the reason why the military action this time may be bigger and more comprehensive than before.

Fear of Iran’s counterattack

According to CNN report, American officials fear that in the coming hours or days, Iran may target American military bases or American interests in the Gulf region. However, there has been no official confirmation of any retaliatory attack from Iran yet. This is only the assessment of US officials and the situation is constantly changing.

Trump gave approval during NATO conference

According to the report of American news website Axios, President Donald Trump approved retaliatory military action against Iran during the ongoing NATO summit in Turkey. The report said that Trump took this decision after a meeting with Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, Defense Minister Pete Hegseth and Finance Minister Scott Besant. American officials said that at present the impact of the first phase of attacks will be assessed. After that it will be decided whether further military action should be increased or not.

The US on Tuesday revoked with immediate effect the oil sanctions waiver given to Iran, under which US sanctions were not imposed on energy purchases from Iran. This step has been taken weeks after new attacks on Iran in response to attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and after the ceasefire was agreed upon under the MoU between the two countries.

The US Finance Ministry announced this decision on the same day the US military resumed attacks on Iran. The Donald Trump administration said that this action was taken with the aim of punishing Tehran for attacking three commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

US Central Command forces have begun launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway. The US strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three…

— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 7, 2026

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What did America say on withdrawing the license from Iran?

Announcing the cancellation of Iran’s licenses, a US official said, ‘As President Trump and the administration have repeatedly reiterated, the agreement implemented with Iran is entirely performance-based. Iran will benefit from this only if it behaves well.

Iran got exemption till August 21

Let us tell you that under the agreement between America and Iran, the Trump administration had given this exemption to Iran at the end of June, which was to be applicable till August 21 i.e. for 60 days.

America condemned Iran

Earlier, Centcom condemned Iran’s action, calling it ‘inappropriate’ and ‘dangerous’. He even termed Iran’s action as a ‘ceasefire violation’. “This aggression by Iran is unjustified, dangerous and a clear violation of the ceasefire,” CENTCOM said in a post.

The exemption given to Iran was beneficial for India

One of the ships targeted by Iran was the Qatari ship Al-Reqayyat, which was reportedly carrying energy materials to India. The general license, which was expected to remain in effect until August 21 before being revoked, was considered particularly beneficial for countries like India, which had significant energy trade with Iran before US sanctions were imposed.

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The last journey of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei started from Imam Hussein Square in Tehran on Monday (6 July 2026) morning. The journey was started by playing the national anthem of Iran. Thousands of people started gathering on the streets since morning. Delegations from all over the world reached Iran to attend Khamenei’s last journey. However, Muslim countries were seen divided over whether to participate in his last salute.

These Muslim countries did not attend Khamenei’s last visit

From Pakistan’s PM Shahbaz Sharif to most of its ministers and Army Chief Asim Munir were present at the funeral of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Khamenei. China had sent its special envoy and Russia had sent a senior representative. The Vice President of Turkey himself reached Tehran for this program. Three Muslim countries, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Kuwait did not send their representatives to Khamenei’s last journey, after which different speculations have started again regarding world politics. These three countries are also important pillars in the politics and economy of the Gulf region.

Countries around the world sent their representatives

Foreign guests included heads of state, parliament speakers and ministers of many countries. These included Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Georgian President Mikhail Kavelashvili, Iraqi President Nizar Amedee, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, President of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani, as well as senior officials from China and Russia. Represented India at the funeral of Bihar Governor Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for the country Holy Margherita Khamenei.

Religious figures, scholars and tribal leaders also attended the function. The funeral rituals will continue until July 9, with processions taking place in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad, as well as ceremonies in Iraq. Iranian authorities have announced public closures and restrictions on airspace on specific dates in Tehran and Mashhad, and Thursday was declared a day of national mourning.

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