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US and Iranian forces exchange strikes near Strait of Hormuz

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Posted Sep 13, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC · In the digest of 2026-09-13-1500
US and Iranian forces exchange strikes near Strait of Hormuz
Photo: Corriere della Sera

Clashes between US and Iranian forces near the Strait of Hormuz have intensified, marked by vessel destructions, missile retaliations, and conflicting accounts of naval damage.

Tensions near the Strait of Hormuz escalated after US Central Command destroyed five Iranian Revolutionary Guard vessels near Larak Island, claiming the action prevented mine-laying operations in the strategic waterway. Tehran dismissed the account, calling claims of mine-laying "pure fantasy" and denying any connection between the clashes and naval mines.

Iranian forces subsequently launched 20 missiles targeting American bases in Jordan. Iranian state media also claimed strikes against six maritime vessels, including three oil tankers and a US aircraft carrier. US President Donald Trump asserted that the strait remains open and that Iranian forces face severe operational difficulties. However, American intelligence agencies warned that the Revolutionary Guard feels emboldened and could further escalate the regional conflict.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, La Repubblica.

How outlets assessed this

  • Sep 13, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Emphasized statements from President Trump asserting that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and Iranian forces are struggling.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Iranian claims of striking US vessels and intelligence warnings that Iranian forces feel emboldened to escalate.
  • Oct 29, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Focused on US President Trump's assertions that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and Iran faces major difficulties.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Iranian claims of striking six vessels and cited US intelligence warnings of potential conflict escalation.
  • Oct 30, 2026, 06:00 AM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Emphasized President Trump's claims that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and Iranian forces are struggling.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Tehran's claims of hitting six vessels and US intelligence warnings regarding Iranian emboldenment.
  • Oct 30, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Emphasized US assertions that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and that Iranian forces face severe operational strain.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Iranian claims of hitting US military vessels and aircraft carriers, stressing US intelligence warnings of further escalation.
  • Oct 30, 2026, 06:00 PM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Emphasized statements from US President Donald Trump asserting that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and Iran faces operational difficulty.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Tehran's claimed attacks on vessels and US intelligence warnings that Iranian forces feel emboldened to intensify the conflict.
  • Oct 30, 2026, 07:30 PM UTC
    • Corriere della Sera Cautious Emphasized Washington's claims that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and that Tehran faces severe operational strain.
    • La Repubblica Alarmed Highlighted Iranian claims of hitting six vessels and US intelligence warnings that Revolutionary Guards could escalate the conflict.

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