Explosions reported on Iran’s Qeshm Island as US conducts ‘defensive strikes’ in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN — Several explosions were heard on Iran’s Qeshm Island overnight, while US officials said American forces carried out limited “defensive strikes” against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz. The targets reportedly included positions from which Iran was using surface-to-air missiles against US assets. Iranian state media reported blasts on Qeshm and Hengam islands…
TEHRAN — Several explosions were heard on Iran’s Qeshm Island overnight, while US officials said American forces carried out limited “defensive strikes” against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz. The targets reportedly included positions from which Iran was using surface-to-air missiles against US assets. Iranian state media reported blasts on Qeshm and Hengam islands as well as near Bandar Abbas and Bandar Lengeh, though there was no immediate confirmation of casualties or damage. US officials described the operation as limited and not a return to full-scale hostilities; Fox News reported that it followed Iran’s Revolutionary Guard firing at a US aircraft. Diplomatic efforts continued despite the escalation. Iran said it has shortened its proposed two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and could implement it within 48 hours if Washington meets its conditions. President Donald Trump said a deal with Iran could happen soon, while Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism about reaching an agreement through talks.
