U.S. and Iran exchange attacks as Middle East hostilities reignite

Trump told Fox News on Monday that the U.S. would respond to Iran's attacks on U.S. forces, without giving details

Iran responded to an assault on its Larak Island by targeting US bases in Jordan First US military attacks on Iran in a month prompt retaliation Coinciding with this week’s G20 meeting, the EU has issued a statement saying it will work with the US and other allied countries to maintain economic pressure against Iran.

The war in Iran could escalate once again. 13:49, Mon, Aug 31, 2026 Updated: 13:49, Mon, Aug 31, 2026 Trump (Image: Getty)US President Donald Trump has vowed to "hit Iran hard" after Tehran targeted Jordan with missiles overnight.MORE UPDATES TO FOLLOW... Get the latest news from around the world and more Invalid email

For the first time in a month, the US has launched strikes against Iran. The attack targeted the shipping island of Larak in the Strait of Hormuz. The US says it was aimed at preventing Tehran from placing sea mines in the strategic shipping lane, just days after Washington announced it had completed clearing explosive