US-Iran Strikes Now Target Power, Water Facilities. Peace Hopes Recede
- Posted on July 18, 2026
- By International Business Times
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Escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran have shifted focus toward critical infrastructure, with both nations targeting power grids and water systems in strategic locations around the Strait of Hormuz. The recent wave of strikes marks a significant deterioration of diplomatic efforts, as infrastructure warfare replaces conventional military engagement. International observers note the absence of meaningful peace discussions, indicating a deepening conflict with potential humanitarian consequences for regional populations dependent on essential services.
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