US military strikes Iranian Qeshm Island and Bandar Lengeh

Official confirmation of attacks

Reports from The Wall Street Journal state that the US military is responsible for these operations. An unnamed official told the newspaper that Washington had secretly conducted a series of limited strikes against the country.

Reasons given for action

A local media outlet quoted a US official describing the event as a defensive measure. This defense was necessary because Iranians used surface-to-air missiles against US assets in the region.

Context regarding presidential comments

The attacks occurred despite remarks by President Donald Trump stating he would not launch such strikes after the midterms. Earlier explosions were heard in southern Iran before these confirmed military actions took place.