The United States has launched an attack on Qeshm island in Iran, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal citing government sources. This operation is described as the most recent in a series of covert strikes carried out over the past few weeks. A government source speaking to CNN characterized the assault, which occurred hours before midterm elections, as a defensive measure against Iranian forces utilizing surface-to-air missiles against American assets.
Qeshm Island, which houses an underground missile depot and a naval base, has been targeted by U.S. forces since the conflict between Iran and the United States began on February 28. The Iranian news agency IRNA, as reported by Arab News, confirmed that multiple explosions were heard on the island shortly before the news broke. American sources justify these attacks as necessary to maintain security in the Strait of Hormuz.
Earlier this Monday, President Trump stated that the U.S. had already won a war with Iran, noting that active fighting has ceased for months, though he acknowledged on social media that a peace agreement remains possible. In response, Esmail Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, declared that the ball is now in the U.S. court. He emphasized that Iran's demands have been presented clearly and transparently, describing them as reasonable and logical.
Sources: Observador.