Trump launches new military strikes against Iran along Strait of Hormuz

WorldPolitics
2 Sep 2026 • 1:25 AM MYT
The Independent
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Trump launches new military strikes against Iran along Strait of Hormuz

  • Donald Trump launched a fresh wave of U.S. military strikes in Iran on Tuesday, targeting areas along the Strait of Hormuz.
  • U.S. Central Command confirmed the action was retaliation for recent attempted attacks by Iran's IRGC against commercial shipping and American service members.
  • The conflict escalated after the US fired rocket launchers on Larak Island on Sunday, prompting Iran to launch ballistic missiles at American bases in Jordan.
  • President Trump indicated that additional military strikes against Iran might be necessary depending on future developments.
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the administration expects to impose new economic sanctions on Iran within the next two weeks.

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