The conflict between America and Iran has intensified again as both nations continue attacks against each other. Meanwhile, the US targeted Mashhad city and destroyed two bridges. The strike created a major setback for Iran because Mashhad is Ayatollah Khamenei’s hometown. His funeral procession is scheduled to arrive there before his burial.
US Strikes Mashhad Before Khamenei’s Burial
America carried out the strike before Ayatollah Khamenei’s burial ceremony in Mashhad. The Iranian Supreme Leader will be buried in his hometown on Thursday, July 9.
Following the attack, Iran accused Donald Trump of trying to affect Khamenei’s funeral arrangements. Additionally, a hotel in Mashhad displayed a banner saying, “We will kill Trump.”
The message reflected growing anger among Iranian people toward Trump and the United States.
JD Vance Issues Warning Against Iran
Iran attacked near the American naval headquarters and targeted other locations. Subsequently, US Vice President JD Vance issued a strong warning against Tehran.
Vance accused Iran of restarting attacks on commercial ships and violating the recent agreement with America. Furthermore, he warned Iran against blocking ships again in the Strait of Hormuz. Vance said America would deliver a strong response if such actions continued.
US Faces Heavy Losses During Iran Conflict
The ongoing war has caused major losses for America, according to the reference report. An ABC News report cited a US official claiming Iran has destroyed 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones.
The official stated that these losses happened after the Iran war began.
Each MQ-9 Reaper drone carries an estimated cost of around $30 million.
Therefore, the drone losses represent a significant financial setback for the United States during the conflict.
