08.05.2026 07:20
While the world's attention was focused on the peace agreement to be signed between the USA and Iran, developments that would upend the table occurred. Iran targeted 3 US warships in the Strait of Hormuz, and in retaliation by the US military, explosion sounds were heard near the city of Bandar Abbas, on Qeshm Island, and in Minab in the south of the country. CENTCOM stated, 'We responded to the attacks within the scope of self-defense; we do not intend to escalate tensions.'
The possibility of an agreement between the US and Iran has encountered new difficulties. Explosion sounds were heard near the city of Bandar Abbas, on Qeshm Island, and in Minab in southern Iran.
The Fars news agency reported that parts of the commercial section of Bahman Pier on Qeshm Island were hit during clashes between Iranian armed forces and enemy forces.
Iranian media stated there were indications that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) had committed a hostile act against the pier in the city of Qeshm. It was noted that two drones were shot down over Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island.
ATTACK ON US WARSHIPS
Tasnim News Agency reported that three US warships near the Strait of Hormuz were targeted by the Iranian navy. US media outlet CBS also reported that three warships passing through the strait were attacked. It was stated that explosion sounds were heard from the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
IRAN: US VIOLATED CEASEFIRE
The Iranian army announced that the US violated the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker and another vessel entering the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, it was stated that the US, in cooperation with some regional countries, carried out airstrikes on civilian areas. The statement said, "Iran will respond strongly to any attack without the slightest hesitation."
CENTCOM STATEMENT: IRANIAN MILITARY FACILITIES HIT
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that attacks on warships passing through the Strait of Hormuz were thwarted and that they responded with self-defense strikes. The statement indicated that Iranian forces launched attacks with numerous missiles, drones, and small boats, and added that no US elements were hit. The statement said, "US forces targeted Iranian military facilities, including missile and drone launch sites, command and control centers, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance points responsible for attacking US forces."
“WE DO NOT INTEND TO ESCALATE TENSIONS”
"On May 7, while US Navy guided-missile destroyers were transiting the Strait of Hormuz into the Gulf of Oman, US forces thwarted Iranian attacks that were carried out without provocation and responded with self-defense strikes," the statement read. It continued: "While USS Truxtun (DDG 103), USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115), and USS Mason (DDG 87) were transiting the international waterway, Iranian forces attacked with numerous missiles, drones, and small boats. No US assets were hit."
"US Central Command (CENTCOM) destroyed imminent threats and targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces, including missile and drone launch sites, command and control centers, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance points. CENTCOM states that it does not intend to escalate tensions but remains prepared and ready to protect American forces."
TRUMP: IT WAS A LIGHT TAP, CEASEFIRE CONTINUES
US President Trump spoke to ABC about the attacks around Hormuz. He described the retaliatory strike as self-defense and a "light tap," and said the ceasefire continues. Trump said, "Three American destroyers made a very successful transit through the Strait of Hormuz under fire. There was no damage to any of the three destroyers, but the Iranian attackers were harmed. The small Iranian boats that attacked the destroyers were sunk quickly and effectively. Iran is run by lunatics. If they don't sign a deal immediately, we will hit Iran very hard."
“TALKS WITH IRAN CONTINUE”
Trump said that despite the attacks, talks with the Tehran administration are ongoing. When asked if a deal with Iran is imminent, he replied, "It could happen any time. Maybe it won't, but it could happen any time. I believe they want this deal more than I do." Mentioning that Iran attacked 2 US destroyers passing through the Strait of Hormuz but the destroyers suffered no damage, the US President stated, "They were firing at us, and we fired back."
Trump argued that his main expectation regarding Iran is that "Iran should not have a nuclear weapon," and that the Iranians essentially accept this but have not yet signed an agreement, saying, "We will not give them the right to have a nuclear weapon, the chance of that is zero, and they know it and have accepted it. We'll see if they are willing to sign. They better sign quickly. If it is not signed, they will suffer greatly."
"FREEDOM PROJECT"
Trump also explained why he launched the "Freedom Project" for the passage of commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday and then halted it 36 hours later. He mentioned that during that process, Pakistan told them that "such an operation would not be beneficial while negotiations are ongoing." Trump said, "The Marshal (Asim Munir) and the Prime Minister (Shehbaz Sharif) asked us not to do this. We will return to doing this if necessary. But they asked us not to do it during the negotiations."
CONSIDERED IRAN'S “UNSINKABLE AIRCRAFT CARRIER”
Qeshm Island plays a key role in Iran's military strategy. According to experts, the island is seen as an "unsinkable aircraft carrier." It is assessed that extensive tunnel and shelter networks built beneath the island contain missile systems, fast attack boats, and coastal defense elements. The main purpose of these structures is to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energy transit points, and to be able to close it if necessary.
PEZESHKIAN MET WITH KHAMENEI
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said he recently met with the seriously wounded religious leader Mojtaba Khamenei at the beginning of the war. This was Pezeshkian's first public statement regarding his meeting with Khamenei. Pezeshkian described the meeting as taking place in a "humble and extremely sincere" atmosphere.
TRUMP MESSAGE: "THE WAR WILL END"
US President Donald Trump said he is seeking an agreement to end the deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran's nuclear program, and that the war in Iran will end quickly. Trump said, "When you look at what's happening, we're doing this for a very important reason: We cannot allow them to have a nuclear weapon. They understand this will end soon."