Military operations intensify as both sides escalate strikes and maritime threats
US and Iran resume direct military strikes nine months into conflict, escalating air and maritime operations.
Event / Conflict
US-Iran Military Escalation
Ongoing military conflict between the US and Iran beginning February 2026, involving destruction of Iranian tankers, missile strikes, and disruption of Strait of Hormuz shipping affecting global oil supply and prices.
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2026-08-29 to 2026-11-08 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 29 Aug, 01:34 UTC
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What happened
U.S. military strikes Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island
The U.S. military struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island that were said to be preparing to fire rockets carrying naval mines into the Strait of Hormuz. This strike occurred on Sunday.
U.S. military strikes Iranian IRGC air defense and radar sites
The U.S. military struck air defense sites, radar systems, maritime assets, facilities with mine laying capabilities, and communications sites linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). CENTCOM stated the strikes targeted military installations.
Month-long pause in U.S.-Iran hostilities ends with renewed military strikes
After approximately one month without active hostilities between the United States and Iran, military operations resumed with U.S. and Iranian strikes against each other's military targets.
Trump proposes renaming Strait of Hormuz to Trump Strait
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social suggesting the Strait of Hormuz be renamed to 'Trump Strait', stating 'Now that we have it under U.S.A. control, should we change the name Hormuz Strait to TRUMP STRAIT??? Like America itself, it would be 'hotter' than ever before!' Trump previously renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Lake Ontario to Lake America.
IRGC launches retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases in Middle East
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps conducted retaliatory strikes on U.S. military bases in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, as well as an additional U.S. facility in Iraq, overnight Tuesday.
Iran claims U.S. struck civilian areas including wedding ceremony
Iran's Foreign Ministry released a statement claiming the U.S. attacked civilian areas and service infrastructure in Khuzestan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Hormozgan, and Kerman provinces. Iran stated a wedding ceremony in Kuhestak, Sirik County was struck, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Iranian president calls for diplomatic resolution as military escalation continues
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian called for a return to diplomacy, stating that if the US respected a protocol agreement signed in June (which collapsed shortly after), Iran would take reciprocal measures. His diplomatic overture came as military operations intensified.
At least 11 people killed in US strikes on Iran
Iranian state media reported at least 11 deaths from American strikes: four killed during a wedding ceremony in Hormozgan province in southeastern Iran (with approximately 50 people wounded), and seven killed in Khuzestan province in western Iran (with eight additional wounded). The wedding strike occurred in a populated area.
Iranian crude oil tankers damaged by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz
Two Iranian oil tankers were struck by projectiles of unknown origin while exiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to Greek maritime agency Marisk. The incident occurred shortly before the latest round of US strikes.
Iran threatens broader retaliatory strikes against US and allies
Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for Iran's central military command, promised 'broader and more destructive' retaliatory strikes if American attacks continued. He also warned any country cooperating with what he termed the 'aggressive American military' of consequences.
Iran launches missiles and drones at US military bases in Middle East
Iran conducted a retaliatory operation using missiles and drones targeting US military bases and interests in the region. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed attacks against American military bases in Jordan, Iraq, and Bahrain.
Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles, reports no casualties
The Jordanian military announced it destroyed ten missiles launched from Iran, with three additional missiles crashing away from inhabited areas without causing injuries.
US military strikes Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets in Gulf region
US Central Command (Centcom) announced strikes against targets of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, including air defense sites, radar systems, and maritime installations. The strikes marked the second round of American military action against Iran within several days.
Trump threatens further military action if Iran retaliates
US President Donald Trump threatened that if Iran retaliates against American strikes, it will be struck again 'much harder and stronger.' He later stated he preferred the current situation and claimed the US had near-total control of the Strait of Hormuz, asserting the Iranian economy was 'completely collapsing.'
Global oil prices surge amid Middle East tensions
US crude oil (WTI) surpassed $90 per barrel for the first time since late July following the military escalation. European natural gas prices reached their highest level in over three years in response to the regional hostilities.
Kuwait and Bahrain targeted by Iranian missiles and drones
Kuwait reported being targeted by Iranian missiles and drones. Alert sirens sounded in Bahrain in the early morning hours on Wednesday as part of the Iranian retaliatory operation.
US military strikes Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets in second wave of attacks
US military forces conducted airstrikes against targets of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, including air defense sites, radar systems, and maritime installations. US Central Command announced the completion of this wave of attacks on September 2.
Iran launches retaliatory missile and drone strikes against US bases in region
Iran launched a decisive retaliatory operation against US military bases and interests in the region using missiles and drones. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on US military bases in Jordan, Iraq, and Bahrain.
Trump threatens Iran with harder strikes if retaliation continues
US President Donald Trump threatened that if Iran retaliates to the latest US airstrikes, it will be struck again 'much harder and much more forcefully.' He later stated preference for the current situation, claiming US control of the Strait of Hormuz and asserting the Iranian economy is 'collapsing completely.'
Kuwait reports being targeted by Iranian missiles and drones
Kuwait announced that it was targeted by Iranian missiles and drones during Iran's retaliatory operations against US interests in the region.
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2 alternative perspectives
Trump administration voices concerns over U.S. munitions stockpile levels
Trump administration expresses concerns about U.S. munitions stockpile adequacy during conflict.
Trump administration pivots to economic pressure over immediate Iran talks
Trump pivots to economic sanctions and deprioritizes Iran negotiations post-ceasefire.
U.S. airstrikes target Iranian positions amid sea mine clearance operations
U.S. airstrikes target Iranian positions as military operations continue in the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. and Iran sign ceasefire amid stated red lines on nuclear rights
U.S.-Iran ceasefire signed, but Iran rejects terms and maintains nuclear enrichment demands.
Mojtaba Khamenei assumes Iran's Supreme Leader role after father's death
Mojtaba Khamenei assumes Iran's Supreme Leader position after his father's death.
Airstrikes kill Iranian leader as conflict escalates with casualties
Airstrikes kill Iranian Supreme Leader; Iran retaliates with strikes; both sides report military casualties.