Satellite pictures released by the BBC show that Iran has damaged 20 American military locations since fighting began. The images were taken from space and show clear damage to bases and facilities. This is the first time anyone has counted exactly how many American military sites Iran hit during the recent attacks.
Iran launched these attacks in response to earlier incidents in the conflict between the two countries. The United States and Iran have been exchanging military strikes for several weeks. Each side says the other started the fighting, and both have promised to defend themselves.
American soldiers stationed at these 20 damaged sites are facing real dangers. Military families worry about their loved ones overseas. The damage also costs money to repair and slows down military operations in the Middle East. News organizations, scientists, and military experts are now studying the satellite images to understand the full scale of what happened.
President Trump's administration has said it is watching Iran closely and will respond if needed. The Pentagon, which runs the American military, is checking all bases to see what repairs are necessary. Defense officials said some damage was minor, while other hits were more serious. Military leaders are also planning security upgrades to protect soldiers better in the future.