Conflict & Security
Iran accuses US of attacking fishing boats off Qeshm, threatens to widen war
October 31, 2026 at 01:58 PM
2 reports · over 2 hours
Iran said US forces attacked two fishing boats near Qeshm Island, injuring fishermen, and threatened to expand the war's geographic scope if Washington acts again.
- Iran's state broadcaster, citing a Hormozgan province official, said US forces attacked two fishing boats off Qeshm Island, leaving one fisherman missing and another injured.
- The United States has issued no immediate confirmation of the attack.
- Army spokesman Mohammad Akrami Nia warned Washington against any new military action and threatened to expand the war's geographical scope.
- The Revolutionary Guard navy said four oil tankers caught fire within 24 hours after striking naval mines during unauthorized passage.


