US Forces Strike 2 Iranian Rocket Launchers Loaded With Sea Mines in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces conducted strikes on two Iranian rocket launchers loaded with sea mines on Larak Island. These actions were taken to protect operations in the Strait of Hormuz after U.S. forces cleared sea mines from the shipping routes. This incident represents the first military action by U.S. forces in a month.

• U.S. forces struck two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island on August 30.
• The launchers were loaded with sea mines and observed being prepared for launch into the Strait of Hormuz.
• The strikes aimed to protect operations in the vital waterway.
• CENTCOM had recently completed clearing sea mines from the strait’s international shipping routes.