US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak island amid strait of Hormuz tensions
Summary
US forces attacked two Iranian missile launchers on Larak island because they were preparing to launch rockets carrying sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said the strike caused casualties and warned of retaliation against the US.Key Facts
- US forces hit two Iranian launchers on Larak island on Sunday.
- The launchers were preparing to fire rockets with sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guards reported deaths and injuries from the US attack.
- Iran warned that it would respond and punish the US economically and militarily.
- The US conducted the strike using a drone, according to Iranian news agencies.
- President Trump said all mines in the Strait of Hormuz had been cleared and warned that new mines would lead to destruction of the placing vessels.
- The conflict between the US, Israel, Iran, and allied groups has lasted over six months and caused thousands of deaths and millions displaced.
- The Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments, faces ongoing disruptions due to the conflict.
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