U.S. Launches Drone Strike on Iranian Island of Larak in Strait of Hormuz, Killing Two
On August 30, 2026, U.S. forces conducted a drone strike on the Iranian island of Larak in the Strait of Hormuz, killing at least two people. Iranian media reported additional casualties, while the Iranian Revolutionary Guard warned of retaliation. The attack marks the first U.S. strikes on Iran in over a month.
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The exact number of casualties varies between sources, with some reporting at least two dead and others not specifying the number.
At least two dead in US attack on Iranian island of Larek
More soldiers and civilians are killed and injured
After the Basij had started preparations to launch minesweeping rockets in the Strait of Hormuz as reported by Axios
The method of attack is reported differently, with some sources citing a drone strike and others not specifying the method.
An American drone struck the Iranian island of Larak
U.S. forces carried out an attack on the Iranian island of Larak
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The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has confirmed 'martyrs and injured' in an attack 'by the enemy American' and has warned that there will be 'a punishment'.
(Adnkronos) - After the Basij had started preparations to launch minesweeping rockets in the Strait of Hormuz as reported by Axios
More soldiers and civilians are killed and injured in an attack on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, report Iranian media.
An American drone struck the Iranian island of Larak in the Persian Gulf, resulting in the death of two people. This was reported by the Tasnim news agency on August 30. "As a result of the actions of the American adversary, two people were killed and two others were injured," the post states in the Telegram channel. The news is being updated.