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Hormuz Island

Iran says it launched counterattack after US actions in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian authorities said the country’s armed forces carried out an immediate response to what they described as US military aggression in the Strait of Hormuz and along Iran’s southern coastline.

08 May 2026-08:59
Iran says spy drones intercepted over Qeshm Island

Iranian officials have said that air defence systems confronted suspected spy drones over Qeshm Island, explaining that loud sounds reported in the area were not caused by explosions or damage.

06 May 2026-09:35
IRGC issues map of controlled zones in strategic Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday issued a new map outlining areas in the Strait of Hormuz that it says under its control.

04 May 2026-19:07
Iran re-routes Strait of Hormuz traffic over "potential mine" risk

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy announced on Thursday that ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz must use two alternative routes near the Iranian coast, citing the potential presence of mines on the usual route.

09 Apr 2026-10:01
Thai ship hit in Hormuz reportedly runs aground in Iran

A Thai-flagged cargo vessel, Mayuree Naree, has reportedly run aground near Qeshm Island after previously coming under attack in the Strait of Hormuz.

27 Mar 2026-10:14
US marines consider island sizures to secure Strait of Hormuz

The United States Marine Corps is considering plans to seize key islands near the Strait of Hormuz to secure vital shipping routes and counter potential threats from Iran.

19 Mar 2026-15:57
Trump weighs Hormuz coalition, possible Kharg Island seizure

16 Mar 2026-11:42
US says it hit military targets on Kharg Island, key oil hub - VIDEO

On Friday, President Donald Trump stated that the United States had “completely destroyed all military targets” on Iran's Kharg Island, a key hub for crude oil exports.

14 Mar 2026-09:36
Iran's Hormuz Island red shores attract global attention

18 Dec 2025-18:59