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US launches airstrikes against Iran
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
By David Brennan, Nadine El-Bawab, and Ivan Pereira
Last Updated: July 18, 2026, 4:37 PM MDT
U.S. Central Command announced Saturday evening that the military launched another round of strikes against Iran.
"The strikes are designed to further degrade Iran’s ability to threaten commercia...
Key takeaway Central Command announced Saturday evening that the military launched another round of strikes against Iran.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's connection to global events like the US airstrikes against Iran is often overlooked, but the city's proximity to Fort Bliss, a major US Army base, means that local residents may have family members or friends deployed in the region. The military presence in El Paso also contributes to the local economy, making the city's residents stakeholders in the outcome of such conflicts. As the situation unfolds, El Pasoans will be watching closely to see how the airstrikes impact US relations with Iran and the broader Middle East, and what that might mean for the city's military community. With a significant portion of El Paso's population having ties to the military, the potential for deployment or increased tensions will be a concern for many local families, adding a personal dimension to the geopolitical developments.
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Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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Last Updated: July 18, 2026, 4:37 PM MDT
U.S. Central Command announced Saturday evening that the military launched another round of strikes against Iran.
"The strikes are designed to further degrade Iran’s ability to threaten commercia...
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