Iran's military fired at least two missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz on July 6, 2026, according to two U.S. officials. This incident follows a memorandum of understanding signed less than three weeks prior, in which Iran agreed to halt such attacks. The attacks occurred after a one-week agreement between the U.S. and Iran to cease strikes in the strait expired. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported that a tanker traveling near Oman was struck by an unknown projectile, resulting in a fire. A U.S. official confirmed that a second commercial vessel was also hit by an Iranian missile. Both vessels sustained significant damage, but there were no reported casualties. Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran in Doha last week did not yield significant progress regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran Launches Missile Attacks on Commercial Ships in Strait of Hormuz
On July 6, 2026, Iran's military launched missile attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. officials. This follows a recent agreement to halt such actions, which has now been violated. Reports indicate that two vessels were struck, causing significant damage but no casualties.
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Iran resumes attacks in Strait of Hormuz after lull, U.S. officials say
Iran Launches Missile Attacks on Commercial Ships in Strait of Hormuz