The U.S. military conducted strikes on Iran's Larak Island on Sunday, representing the first offensive action in several weeks. The strikes followed intelligence that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was allegedly preparing to deploy another wave of underwater mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
The IRGC confirmed the attack, reporting that several individuals were killed and wounded, though no further details were immediately provided by the Iranian military.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and actions in the waterway have historically drawn significant international attention. The U.S. has previously engaged in military actions and sanctions against Iran, particularly targeting its leadership and economy.