US launches strikes against Iran near Strait of Hormuz and Iran retaliates

Politico · France 24 · first seen 01.09.2026

The United States launched military strikes targeting the shipping island of Larak in the Strait of Hormuz to prevent sea mine placement, prompting retaliatory Iranian strikes on US bases in Jordan. Following the overnight military exchange, President Trump stated that the United States will hit Iran hard in response with more strikes.

The US launched strikes targeting the island of Larak in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran retaliated by striking two US military bases in Jordan.
US and Iran traded blows overnight
Trump stated the US will hit Iran hard in response

US launches strikes against Iran near Strait of Hormuz and Iran retaliates

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