Qeshm island
Coverage of Qeshm island in the Nexus archive.
- Tanker Stops in Hormuz as Iran Raises Efforts to Control Strait
A fuel tanker attempting entry into the Persian Gulf made an erratic series of turns and halted near Qeshm Island, which is located in Iran. This event occurs as Iran steps up efforts to control the Strait of Hormuz.
- Cheap Drones, Dry Taps: The Iran War Opens a New Era of Water Infrastructure Risk
Water and energy infrastructure has become a main deterrence lever for Iran against the United States. Iranian Foreign Minister Aragchi warned Gulf states that striking critical infrastructure would occur if U.S. military strikes continued. Operational history, including debris hitting the Doha West facility and reported attacks on Qeshm Island desalination facilities, confirms this threat.
- Iran-backed Houthi rebels clash with Yemeni government forces and other Mideast developments
Clashes between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces continued in Taiz, resulting in the death of at least one soldier, as Houthis have also attacked facilities in Saudi Arabia and shipping in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb strait. Separately, concerns were raised over an oil spill off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran is cleaning up while demanding compensation for environmental damage.
- Iran-backed Houthi rebels clash with Yemeni government forces and other Mideast developments
Clashes continued between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and government forces in Yemen, with reports of soldiers killed in Taiz. The Houthis have been attacking military facilities and oil infrastructure in neighboring Saudi Arabia and hitting commercial ships in the Red Sea's Bab el-Mandeb strait. Separately, an oil spill near Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz has raised environmental concerns regarding regional conflicts.
- Iran-backed Houthi rebels clash with Yemeni government forces and other Mideast developments
Clashes between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces continue in Yemen, with recent attacks reported across the country, including targeting facilities in neighboring Saudi Arabia. Additionally, an oil spill off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz has raised environmental concerns, prompting Iran to suggest that those benefiting from commercial shipping should compensate for the damage.
- Early Edition: August 3, 2026
Trump commented on Israel's plan to disarm Hamas and withdraw from Gaza, but Israeli officials rejected the plan as insufficient. Israeli airstrikes killed at least 18 Palestinians in Gaza, while the U.S. struck a family home on Iran’s Qeshm Island, and Iran attacked a U.S. military base in Kuwait.
- IRGC says three F-35 fighters destroyed at Jordan's Al-Azrag Base
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed to have targeted a US F-35 repair hangar and ramp at Jordan's Al-Azraq Base with ballistic missiles, destroying three F-35 fighters and damaging others. The attack was stated to avenge an American strike on Qeshm Island, which killed a family and injured children.
- Visuals suggest U.S. dropped 2,000-pound bomb on home in Iran, killing 3
The United States dropped a 2,000-pound bomb on a home in Iran, killing three people, according to analysis of visual and satellite data. The strike occurred on Qeshm Island overnight Thursday.
- IRGC strikes US targets in Kuwait a day after US hits Iran: Latest events
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) struck US targets in Kuwait in retaliation for recent US military strikes on multiple locations in Iran, including Qeshm island.
- Riyadh unveils maritime alliance as war spreads
Saudi Arabia announced a multinational maritime defense coalition to secure Red Sea shipping and energy routes amid escalating regional conflicts. The US and Saudi strikes on Iran-aligned groups in Iraq and Yemen, coupled with Iranian attacks on US-linked targets in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, have intensified tensions. Egypt reported a drone strike on its Damietta port, with President Sisi warning of potential escalation.
- IRGC says missiles destroyed three US F-35 jets at Jordan base
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it fired ballistic missiles at Jordan’s al-Azraq airbase, destroying three US F-35 fighter jets and damaging others. The attack targeted a runway and maintenance hangar in response to a US strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island that killed two parents and their child. The IRGC stated the attack killed several officers and technical personnel at the base.
- War on Iran: Rescuers search for survivors on Qeshm Island after US kills toddler and parents
A US strike on Qeshm Island killed a mother, father, and their two-year-old child, with two surviving children hospitalized. The attack occurred during a large-scale US assault on Iran, retaliating for an Iranian missile strike on a Jordanian-American base. Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned that countries aiding the US would face retaliatory attacks.
- US strikes cause extensive damage on Iran’s Qeshm Island
US strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island caused extensive damage, as evidenced by video footage. The attacks are reported to have resulted in widespread destruction on the island.
- Watch: Search operations for victims of US strike in Qeshm, where three were found killed
Search operations are underway in Qeshm Island's Chah-Tango neighborhood following a US strike that killed three family members, including a father, mother, and their two-year-old child. Two surviving children, aged 7 and 9, were taken to a medical center. Iranian state TV IRIB released footage of rescue teams clearing rubble.
- US military carries out 'heavy wave' of retaliatory strikes on Iran for attack on bases
The US military conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran following Iranian missile attacks on American bases in Jordan, targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard facilities. The strikes, which killed three people including a child in Iran's Qeshm island, intensified regional hostilities and derailed hopes for renewed negotiations. Saudi Arabia and the US also struck Iran-aligned militant bases in Iraq, while Israel accused Hezbollah of violating a ceasefire.
- US launches another round of attacks on Iran
The US launched another round of attacks on Iran, targeting locations across southern Iran including the strategic Qeshm Island.
- More explosions reported in Iran, two children wounded by US strike in Qeshm Island
More explosions occurred in Ahvaz, Khuzestan province, Iran, and a US strike on Qeshm Island injured two children. A residential house was struck in the attack, prompting ongoing search and rescue operations for three missing family members.
- Blasts rock southern Iran
Several explosions were reported in southern Iran after the US stated it conducted attacks in locations including Bushehr province, Qeshm Island, Abadan, Kish Island, and Bandar Abbas.
- DPM Dar stresses need to build on Islamabad MoU commitments in meeting with Iran’s Araghchi
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss building on the Islamabad MoU amid ongoing US-Iran strikes. The meeting highlighted concerns over regional tensions and the need for diplomatic engagement, while recent military actions have cast doubt on the MoU's future.
- Explosions break out near US base in northern Iraq
Explosions near a U.S. military base in northern Iraq occurred hours after U.S. strikes on Iran. The U.S. and Iran have exchanged escalating attacks over control of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian media reporting casualties from U.S. bombardment. Iraq's Prime Minister, Ali al-Zaidi, is in Tehran advocating for peace, while Houthi rebels in Yemen targeted Saudi oil tankers, risking further conflict.
- US strikes Iran and Bahrain warns of incoming fire as clashes over shipping routes escalate
The U.S. military conducted its 13th night of strikes against Iran, prompting Bahrain to warn of incoming fire. Clashes over control of the Strait of Hormuz have escalated, with Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacking Saudi oil tankers and U.S. strikes targeting Iranian naval assets and infrastructure.
- Centcom claims fresh strikes on Iran, as blasts heard across the country
The US Central Command has launched fresh strikes against Iran for the 13th consecutive night. Explosions were reported in Ahvaz, Bandar Abbas, and Qeshm Island.
- Iranian media reports explosions on Qeshm Island
Iranian media reports two explosions near the village of Mosan on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. Tasnim news agency attributes the explosions to unconfirmed US missile strikes.
- Iran war live: US launches 10th night of strikes; Tehran attacks Kuwait
The US launched a 10th night of strikes in Iran, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, Chabahar, and Konarak. Tehran also conducted attacks against Kuwait.
- US completes eighth night of strikes as Iran retaliates across Gulf
The US conducted its eighth consecutive night of strikes against southern Iran, targeting military and civilian infrastructure, while Iran retaliated with drone attacks on US facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain. Iranian officials warned of a 'decisive and devastating response' to US aggression, as strikes damaged bridges, hospitals, and transportation networks in Hormozgan and Khuzestan provinces.
- Morning recap
The US conducted its eighth consecutive strike against Iran, targeting IRGC forces linked to an attack on US service members in Jordan. Iran's supreme leader criticized US agreements as invalid, while Trump called the deaths of two US soldiers a 'very sad thing.' Attacks included strikes on Qeshm Island, Kuwait bases, and Israeli strikes in Gaza resulting in Palestinian civilian deaths.
- Iranian drones strike two US bases in Kuwait, report says
Iranian drones attacked two U.S. bases in Kuwait—Ali Al-Salem Air Base and Camp Udairi—as part of Operation Sa'eqeh. U.S. jets later bombed locations near Shadegan in Iran’s Khuzestan province and Qeshm Island.
- US strike hits a location in Qeshm Island, Iranian media says
A US strike hit a location in Qeshm Island, Iran, according to the governor's office of Hormozgan province as reported by IRNA. Residents in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island reported hearing blasts, but no strike in Bandar Abbas has been confirmed. Reports of a missile hit on Sarmich Bridge were dismissed by a deputy governor.
- US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes in Iran targeting areas near the Strait of Hormuz to punish Iran for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members. The strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to restrict oil tanker traffic through the strait. Iran's supreme leader warned of retaliatory 'unforgettable lessons' if the U.S. continues attacks.
- Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks
Iran suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as both nations exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites, including desalination plants and oil facilities. Attacks in Kuwait caused injuries and disrupted water supplies, while U.S. airstrikes damaged infrastructure in Iran’s Hormozgan province and Qeshm Island.
- Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as the two exchange attacks
Iran suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as both countries exchanged strikes on infrastructure and military targets. Attacks damaged desalination plants, oil facilities, and critical highways in Kuwait and Iran's Hormozgan province, disrupting water supplies and power. The U.S. Central Command reported strikes on surveillance sites and maritime capabilities, while Iran accused the U.S. of violating the agreement.
- US strike cuts water supply in Iran, Iran damages water supply in Kuwait
A US strike in Iran disrupted the water supply, while Iran damaged Kuwait's water supply. Explosions were reported on Qeshm Island, and air strikes hit two bridges and one tunnel in Hormozgan province.
- US and Iran exchange strikes as they struggle over Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites, intensifying their conflict over the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait, Iraq, and Jordan reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, while Iran claimed U.S. strikes caused casualties. The closure of the strait by Iran disrupted shipping, driving oil prices above $86 a barrel.
- Iranian strike damages a Kuwait desalination plant, exposing water vulnerability in dry Mideast
Iranian strikes damaged a Kuwaiti desalination plant, a critical source of drinking water, highlighting vulnerabilities in Middle Eastern water infrastructure. The attack disrupted power and water systems, with similar strikes on Gulf facilities over recent months raising concerns about regional stability.
- Iranian strike damages a Kuwait desalination plant, exposing water vulnerability in dry Mideast
Iranian strikes damaged a Kuwaiti desalination plant, a critical source of drinking water, highlighting vulnerabilities in the Middle East's water infrastructure. The attack underscores risks to regional stability, as many Gulf nations rely heavily on desalination for freshwater, with key facilities exposed to missile or drone strikes.
- Iran launches fresh attacks after sixth day of US strikes
Iran launched fresh attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf after six consecutive nights of U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites. The U.S. military stated its strikes aimed to degrade Iranian military capabilities, targeting locations including Qeshm Island and near Bandar Abbas.
- Iran launches fresh attacks on American infrastructure in Gulf after sixth consecutive day of US strikes
Iran launched attacks on US facilities in the Gulf following six consecutive US airstrikes on Iranian military targets, including Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas. The conflict disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, injured civilians, and killed seven people in Bandar Khamir. The US cited degrading Iran's military capabilities, while Iran threatened to escalate by involving Yemen's Houthi rebels.
- Iran war live: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait; US ‘disables’ Iranian oil tanker
Iranian media reported explosions in Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and Chabahar. Bahrain and Kuwait sounded air raid sirens, while the US reportedly disabled an Iranian oil tanker.
- Blasts heard in Iran's Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Qeshm Island
Explosions were reported in Bandar Abbas and Sirik, Iran, with a fish powder factory on Qeshm Island damaged in U.S. attacks. No casualties were reported, according to state media IRIB, which stated multiple U.S. strikes targeted the areas early Thursday.
- More explosions reported in Ahvaz, Qeshm Island
Another explosion has been reported in Ahvaz, and several explosions on Qeshm Island, according to Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB.