The US military is striking infrastructure in Iran as part of an ongoing conflict that began in late February 2026, with reports of seven consecutive nights of strikes. Some of these strikes have hit water and desalination facilities, according to Iranian sources. The broader strike package targeted communications, radar systems, and other military-related sites around the Strait of Hormuz, according to US statements and reporting. Targeting water systems that serve civilian populations creates serious humanitarian concerns — civilians depend on these for drinking water during hot summers. However, it's worth noting that some of this infrastructure may have dual-use applications supporting military operations. Iranian state media has reported on strikes affecting power plants and issued advisories to citizens afterward. The core concern about potential civilian harm is legitimate and worth taking seriously. At the same time, the full picture involves both the military infrastructure elements that were targeted and the civilian infrastructure that was also struck. Civilian casualties have not been confirmed, though the strikes do carry real risks for the population's access to essential services.