A US attack on Larak Island occurred, coinciding with Donald Trump demanding that Iran cease its pursuit of nuclear weapons, while President Pezeshkian was in office.
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Updated Aug 31
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What happened
A US attack on Larak Island occurred, coinciding with Donald Trump demanding that Iran cease its pursuit of nuclear weapons, while President Pezeshkian was in office.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- U.S. forces struck missile launchers on Larak Island, causing geopolitical risk and pushing oil prices higher.Sub-event
US attack on Larak Island and Trump's nuclear demands on Iran.1 source
US forces struck Larak Island, leading Pezeshkian to warn Iran will respond to aggression.1 source
US attacks on Larak Island caused casualties, triggering a national response led by President Pezeshkian.1 source
Pezeshkian travels to Bishkek for SCO summit while US bombs Larak Island.1 source
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The entities involved
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Larak Island
island in Qeshm County, Iran
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Masoud Pezeshkian
9th President of Iran (2024-) and former Co-Interim Supreme Leader of Iran (in 2026)
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