On May 26, 2026, Iran accused the United States of violating the ceasefire agreement by launching strikes in Hormozgan Province, targeting missile sites and naval vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. forces in the Middle East struck Iranian boats allegedly laying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media reported three fatalities among its naval personnel. This was one of the most significant attacks since May 7, 2026.
Majid Mousavi, commander of Iran’s ground and air forces, said: “This is another violation of the ceasefire during negotiations, carried out by the enemy.”
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) vowed retaliation, claiming readiness to follow orders from Iran’s supreme military leadership.
The Foreign Ministry condemned the strike, warning that the U.S. would “pay the price” for what it called unjustified aggression.
The attack came just days after both sides suggested a peace deal was close.President Donald Trump urged negotiators not to rush into signing, insisting on more time to finalize terms. Talks remain fragile, with military escalations undermining progress.
The U.S.–Iran war began on February 28, 2026, killing senior Iranian leaders and disrupting global trade.
The Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s oil passes daily, has been repeatedly closed, causing major economic shocks worldwide.