US strikes Iranian island where forces were preparing to launch mines, official says
- Posted on August 30, 2026
- By CNN
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In brief
The United States military conducted air operations targeting Iran's Larak Island in the Persian Gulf, where intelligence indicated preparations for maritime mine deployment in the Strait of Hormuz. This operation represents a significant escalation in regional tensions, marking the first major military action in several weeks. The strikes targeted infrastructure and equipment allegedly used for mine-laying activities that could threaten international shipping lanes and regional stability in one of the world's most critical energy transit routes.
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US strikes Iranian island where forces were preparing to launch mines, official says
The US military on Sunday struck Iran’s Larak Island, where forces were observed preparing to launch mines into the Strait of Hormuz, according to a US official, marking the first strikes in the war in over a month.
