US strikes Iranian rocket launchers in Strait of Hormuz

On August 30, 2026, U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz. This marked the first military action in a month, responding to the IRGC's preparations to launch rockets into the Strait. The strikes resulted in casualties among Iranian forces, with the IRGC warning of a retaliatory response. The U.S. had recently cleared sea mines from the Strait, which is crucial for global oil trade, but commercial traffic has significantly decreased amid ongoing tensions.