US strikes Iranian island where forces were preparing to launch mines, official says

The United States military conducted strikes on Iran's Larak Island, targeting Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces that were reportedly preparing to deploy sea mines into the vital Strait of Hormuz. A US official confirmed the action, which involved striking two Iranian launchers on the island. This event marks the first US strike in the ongoing conflict in over a month.

Local Iranian media, including Fars news agency, reported explosions near Larak Island, though the cause was initially unknown. Additionally, Iran's Tasnim news agency indicated preliminary, unconfirmed reports of casualties following what it described as an enemy drone attack on the island.

These strikes occurred after US Central Command (CENTCOM) had completed operations to clear sea mines from international shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz in the preceding week. US forces stated they are closely monitoring the area to protect the free flow of commerce through the strategic waterway.