Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Iran's Pezeshkian declares full-scale war with US
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country is in a full-scale war with the United States.
He asked people to be ready for the effects of this war.
The US has been attacking Iran for nine nights, targeting important military places.
Iran then attacked Bahrain and Kuwait, causing damage.
Both countries are fighting over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a very important place for oil.
Oil prices went up because of this fight.
Before this, there was a temporary peace agreement, but now the fighting has started again.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian declared a full-scale war with the United States.
The US conducted nine nights of strikes against Iranian military targets.
Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain and Kuwait, causing infrastructure damage.
Both countries are fighting for control of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil route.
Oil prices climbed to their highest level in a month due to the escalating conflict.
- Who
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and the United States
- What
- Declaration of a full-scale war and military strikes
- When
- July 20
- Where
- Iran, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the Strait of Hormuz
- Why
- Escalation of tensions and strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz
Iran
United States
War Declaration
Iran
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Iran is in a 'full-scale war' with the United States, urging citizens to accept the consequences.
United States
The United States has conducted multiple strikes against Iranian military targets in response to previous attacks.
Military Actions
Iran
Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain and Kuwait, causing damage to infrastructure and prompting condemnation from Gulf governments.
United States
The US targeted Iranian military command centers, air defense sites, and communications networks in its strikes.
Strategic Moves
Iran
Iran reinstated its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically crucial waterway for oil transport.
United States
The US aims to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the free flow of oil and maritime security.
- Date
- July 20
- Iranian President
- Masoud Pezeshkian
- US Military Command
- Central Command (CENTCOM)
- Targeted Cities in Iran
- Tabriz, two key ports, and other unspecified cities
- Retaliation Targets
- Bahrain and Kuwait
- Strategic Waterway
- Strait of Hormuz