NYT
U.S. Attacks Island in Strait of Hormuz; Iran Retaliates With Missile Fire
Monday, August 31, 2026
The United States conducted military strikes on an island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, and Iran responded with missile fire the same day. According to Reuters, this was the first reported military engagement between the two countries in one month. The exchange involved direct military action from both sides but resulted in no immediate reports of casualties or damage assessments.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/30/admin/us-attacks-iran-strait-of-hormuz.html