US missiles struck the Bonji desalination plant in Jask County on July 18, 2026, damaging power infrastructure and cutting drinking water to approximately 20…
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US strikes targeted critical civilian infrastructure in Jask County, Hormozgan Province, on July 18, 2026, hitting the Bonji desalination plant and associated electricity facilities. The attack damaged water pumps and power infrastructure, severing access to drinking water for local communities. Reports indicate that approximately 20 villages were affected, leaving around 10,000 people without water per The Cradle Media. While Iranian outlets and local officials have described the damage, these reports remain unconfirmed.
Sources: 1. telegram:thecradlemedia (ev_8140eb7bf407e286) 2. telegram:rnintel (ev_2d2aea13096dc993) 3. telegram:wfwitness (ev_e60e0144c519edc3) 4. telegram:warfareanalysis (ev_b0a3418c2e1d162b) 5. telegram:Alsaa_plus_EN (ev_7b479b0600619bef)
Every claim source-checked against evidence (2026-07-18T09:33:21.096Z).