U.S. Strikes Iranian Rocket Launchers on Larak Island in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that its forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, August 30, 2026. The strikes were reportedly carried out as Iranian forces were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the strategic waterway. This marks the first publicly confirmed U.S. military action against Iran in weeks. Iran's state media reported casualties among its fighters and civilians.