Trump Confirms US Strike On Iran's Qeshm Island In Strait Of Hormuz — “We Hit It Last Night Very Nicely”, Calls It Minor Attack

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that American forces carried out a strike on Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, saying the military targeted an anti-aircraft facility shortly after it was completed. The announcement came on Tuesday, as Americans voted in the 2026 midterm elections and tensions between Washington and Tehran remained high.

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Operation was latest of series of limited strikes Washington has secretly carried out during 8-month conflict since late Feb strategic waterway major route for global oil shipments facing severe disruption.

 Pentagon referred comment to US Central Command. US officials stressed not resumption of major combat operations, defensive nature.

 Trump claims US has “total control” of Strait despite Iran claims.

 Also on same interview Trump announced ending $3.8bn annual security assistance to Israel  White House monitoring results.

 Next focus: Whether this minor attack remains limited or signals bigger action post-midterms.