Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / July 19
WANA – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
This report is being updated …
Iran Intercepts and Destroys Enemy Cruise Missile in Western Region
WANA (Jul 19) – Iran’s Army Air Defense Force has intercepted and destroyed an enemy cruise missile in the country’s western region.
The Iranian Army’s Public Relations Office said the U.S. cruise missile was detected, tracked, and successfully engaged by the Army’s integrated air defense network before being destroyed over western Iran.
Iranian Air Defense Shoots Down Intruding MQ-9 Drone in Western Iran
WANA (Jul 19) – Iran’s Army Air Defense Force has shot down an intruding MQ-9 drone in the country’s western region.
According to the Iranian Army’s Public Relations Office, the drone was intercepted and destroyed by the integrated air defense network after being successfully engaged by Army air defense systems in western Iran.
Iran Downs Reconnaissance Drone in Southern Operational Zone
WANA (Jul 19) – Iranian forces have downed a reconnaissance and surveillance drone in the country’s southern operational zone.
According to the report, the drone was detected and targeted by fighters from the 48th Fath Brigade of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province in the early hours of Sunday. The aircraft, which was reportedly conducting reconnaissance over Iranian operational areas in southern Iran, was brought down intact and recovered by Iranian forces.
Another U.S. MQ-9 Drone Shot Down, This Time in Hamadan
WANA (Jul 19) – Another U.S. MQ-9 drone was shot down in Hamadan by the Iranian Army’s advanced air defense systems.
Moments ago, the U.S. MQ-9 drone was targeted and brought down within its area of responsibility by personnel at the Western Hamadan Air Defense Zone using modern Army air defense systems.
U.S. Missile Strike Targets Area Near Abadan
WANA (Jul 19) – A site on the outskirts of Abadan was targeted by a U.S. missile strike on Sunday, July 19.
Valiollah Hayati, the Deputy Governor for Security of Khuzestan Province, told media that the “terrorist U.S. enemy” carried out the attack. He confirmed there were no casualties, adding that further details will follow.
Iranian Navy Shoots Down ‘Lucas’ Drone in South of Country
WANA (Jul 19) – A Lucas drone was shot down in the southern part of the country by the Iranian Army Navy’s air defense systems, the Army’s Public Relations office announced today.
According to the official report, the intruding drone was successfully intercepted and destroyed by naval air defense systems operating under Iran’s integrated air defense network.
Over 50 Dead, 517 Injured in U.S. Airstrikes
WANA (Jul 19) – U.S. airstrikes have resulted in more than 50 fatalities and 517 injuries, according to a statement released on Sunday, July 19 at 7:00 AM by Hossein Kermanpour, the Head of the Public Relations Center of Iran’s Ministry of Health.
Kermanpour specified that the injured include 35 women and 19 individuals under the age of 18, while the fatalities include 5 women and 2 individuals under 18. He added that 468 individuals have been treated and discharged from medical facilities, while 33 patients remain hospitalized.
Strait of Hormuz Status Update: All Maritime Traffic Banned
WANA (Jul 19) – An informed source in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy detailed the current status of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that restrictions on vessel transit will remain in place until conditions change.
“As long as hostile actions and mischief by the United States continue, the Strait of Hormuz will remain blocked, and no permits will be issued for vessel transit,” the informed source stated.
Strait of Hormuz Status Update: All Maritime Traffic Banned
WANA (Jul 19) – An informed source in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy detailed the current status of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that restrictions on vessel transit will remain in place until conditions change. “As long as hostile actions and mischief by the United States continue, the Strait of Hormuz will […]
MQ-9 Drone Shot Down in Dehloran
WANA (Jul 19) – An MQ-9 drone was shot down in Dehloran county by Iran’s integrated air defense system.
The drone was tracked and destroyed by the country’s advanced, indigenous air defense systems.
AEOI Condemns U.S. Attack on Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant
WANA (Jul 19) – The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) issued a statement on Sunday, July 19, 2026, condemning a U.S. attack on the under-construction Darkhovin nuclear power plant site.
The statement from the AEOI reads as follows: “The terrorist and criminal U.S. regime, whose nature consists of nothing but bullying and lawlessness, carried out an aggressive and brutal act in violation of international laws on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at approximately 3:39 AM local time…
AEOI Condemns U.S. Attack on Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant
WANA (Jul 19) – The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) issued a statement on Sunday, July 19, 2026, condemning a U.S. attack on the under-construction Darkhovin nuclear power plant site. The statement from the AEOI reads as follows: “The terrorist and criminal U.S. regime, whose nature consists of nothing but bullying and […]
IRGC Navy Halts Four ‘Violating’ Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Jul 19) – The IRGC Navy issued a statement on Sunday, July 19, announcing that two violating ships met with accidents in an unsafe route in the Strait of Hormuz, while two others aborted their course.
According to the statement, hours earlier, four violating vessels—acting with mischief and backed by U.S. forces—turned off their navigation systems and ignored warnings from the IRGC Navy’s Strait of Hormuz Control Base.
IRGC Navy Halts Four ‘Violating’ Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Jul 19) – The IRGC Navy issued a statement on Sunday, July 19, announcing that two violating ships met with accidents in an unsafe route in the Strait of Hormuz, while two others aborted their course. According to the statement, hours earlier, four violating vessels—acting with mischief and backed by U.S. forces—turned off […]
IRGC Navy Retrieving Downed U.S. MQ-9 Reaper Drone Near Asaluyeh
Iranian Forces Intercept and Shot Down MQ-9 Drone in Ahvaz
WANA (Jul 19) – The Public Relations office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the successful interception and destruction of an MQ-9 drone in the skies over Ahvaz.
According to officials, an MQ-9 drone was shot down just moments ago in the Ahvaz airspace by the advanced, modern defense systems of the IRGC Aerospace Force, operating under the control of the country’s integrated air defense network.
Senior Iranian Lawmaker Warns U.S. Troops to ‘Flee’ the Region
Ebrahim Azizi, The head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Jul 19) – Ebrahim Azizi, the Chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, issued a direct warning to American forces stationed in the region.
Addressing American troops, Azizi stated: “If U.S. soldiers knew what the wise and powerful Leader’s reference to ‘unforgettable lessons’ meant, they would not waste even a single second to flee.”
Iranian Army Launches Phase 17 of ‘Operation Saegheh’
WANA (Jul 19) – The Public Relations office of the Army announced that following the violation of international treaties and the crimes of the “arrogant enemy” in civilian areas, the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in a new round of drone attacks and the 17th phase of “Operation Saegheh,” has once again targeted U.S. military bases in Kuwait starting early this morning.
According to the official statement, the drone strikes targeted the ammunition depot of the “terrorist U.S. army” at Camp Udairi, as well as the equipment and personnel hangars of this “child-killing army” at the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait.
Iranian Army Launches Phase 17 of ‘Operation Saegheh’
WANA (Jul 19) – The Public Relations office of the Army announced that following the violation of international treaties and the crimes of the “arrogant enemy” in civilian areas, the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in a new round of drone attacks and the 17th phase of “Operation Saegheh,” has once again targeted […]
U.S. Announces End of Eighth Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran
WANA (Jul 19) – The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the conclusion of its eighth consecutive wave of strikes against targets in Iran. The statement comes a day after the command publicly acknowledged casualties among U.S. forces following Iran’s retaliatory attacks on American bases in the region.
According to a CENTCOM statement, U.S. forces, acting under the orders of the Commander-in-Chief, completed “another round of strikes against Iran” at 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time on July 18.
U.S. Announces End of Eighth Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran
WANA (Jul 19) – The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the conclusion of its eighth consecutive wave of strikes against targets in Iran. The statement comes a day after the command publicly acknowledged casualties among U.S. forces following Iran’s retaliatory attacks on American bases in the region. According to a CENTCOM statement, U.S. […]
Iranian Army Announces Drone Strikes on Two U.S. Military Bases in Kuwait
WANA (Jul 19) – The Iranian Army announced in a statement that two U.S. military facilities in Kuwait were targeted in drone strikes during the 16th phase of Operation Saeghe.
According to the statement, the operation was carried out in response to what it described as “repeated enemy aggression, the martyrdom of Iranian civilians, and attacks on bridges, infrastructure, and civilian areas.” The army said that loitering munitions targeted a U.S. ammunition depot at Camp Al-Adairi, as well as a Patriot radar system and an air surveillance radar at Ali Al Salem Air Base.
Iranian Army Announces Drone Strikes on Two U.S. Military Bases in Kuwait
WANA (Jul 19) – The Iranian Army announced in a statement that two U.S. military facilities in Kuwait were targeted in drone strikes during the 16th phase of Operation Saeghe. According to the statement, the operation was carried out in response to what it described as “repeated enemy aggression, the martyrdom of Iranian civilians, […]
Khatam al-Anbiya Commander Warns of Decisive Response to Any Aggression
WANA (Jul 19) – Major General Pilot Ali Abdollahi, Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, has warned that any hostile action or aggression by Iran’s adversaries will be met with a firm and devastating response from the country’s armed forces.
In a statement, Abdollahi reaffirmed the armed forces’ commitment to the directives of Iran’s Supreme Leader and stressed the importance of safeguarding the ideals of the Islamic Revolution, strengthening national unity, and enhancing cooperation among the military, the public, and government officials to protect Iran’s national interests and security.
Khatam al-Anbiya Commander Warns of Decisive Response to Any Aggression
WANA (Jul 19) – Major General Pilot Ali Abdollahi, Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, has warned that any hostile action or aggression by Iran’s adversaries will be met with a firm and devastating response from the country’s armed forces. In a statement, Abdollahi reaffirmed the armed forces’ commitment to the directives of […]
Eighth Consecutive Night of U.S. Strikes on Iran
WANA (Jul 19) – During the eighth consecutive night of U.S. military strikes on Iran, several locations in the southern provinces of Hormozgan and Khuzestan were reportedly targeted overnight, with explosions heard across multiple areas.
In the early hours of the morning, reports emerged of explosions being heard in Bandar Abbas and Bandar Lengeh. Officials from the Hormozgan Governorate confirmed the sounds but stated that, at that time, there had been no confirmed missile impacts or direct attacks within Bandar Abbas itself.
Eighth Consecutive Night of U.S. Strikes on Iran
WANA (Jul 19) – During the eighth consecutive night of U.S. military strikes on Iran, several locations in the southern provinces of Hormozgan and Khuzestan were reportedly targeted overnight, with explosions heard across multiple areas. In the early hours of the morning, reports emerged of explosions being heard in Bandar Abbas and Bandar Lengeh. […]
US Central Command Launches Airstrikes in Iran; Explosions Reported
WANA (Jul 19) – U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that American forces have initiated a new wave of airstrikes inside Iran under presidential direction.
According to CENTCOM, the operation is designed to degrade Iran’s capability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and to swiftly penalize Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces following attacks on U.S. service members in Jordan.
US Central Command Launches Airstrikes in Iran; Explosions Reported
WANA (Jul 19) – U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that American forces have initiated a new wave of airstrikes inside Iran under presidential direction. According to CENTCOM, the operation is designed to degrade Iran’s capability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and to swiftly penalize Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces […]
US Troops Killed and Injured in Iranian Missile Strikes
WANA (Jul 19) – The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that two U.S. service members were killed, one remains missing, and four others were injured following Iranian missile strikes on American military bases in Jordan on Friday.
According to the statement, the wounded personnel have been evacuated to local Jordanian hospitals for treatment.
US Troops Killed and Injured in Iranian Missile Strikes
WANA (Jul 19) – The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that two U.S. service members were killed, one remains missing, and four others were injured following Iranian missile strikes on American military bases in Jordan on Friday. According to the statement, the wounded personnel have been evacuated to local Jordanian hospitals for treatment. […]
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
