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Iran Claims US Military Killed Five Civilians in Attack on Passenger Boats in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has accused US forces of killing five civilians after reportedly targeting passenger boats in the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington has not confirmed the claim.
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by News Desk
2026-05-05
Iran Claims US Military Killed Five Civilians in Attack on Passenger Boats in Strait of Hormuz

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated further after Iranian officials accused the United States military of carrying out an attack on passenger boats, resulting in the deaths of five civilians.

According to Iranian state-linked media and military officials, US forces allegedly targeted two small boats travelling from Oman to Iran. Iran claims the vessels were civilian in nature, carrying passengers and goods, and had no connection to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). An Iranian commander stated that the incident represents a serious violation and demanded accountability from the United States.

However, the US military has not confirmed Iran’s version of events, and conflicting reports continue to emerge regarding what actually happened during the maritime encounter in the strategic waterway.

The incident comes amid already heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where military activity, naval operations, and attacks on shipping lanes have increased in recent days. The strait remains a critical global energy route, and any escalation raises concerns about international trade stability and the risk of wider conflict.

Diplomatic channels remain under pressure as regional and global actors call for restraint and de-escalation, but mistrust between Tehran and Washington continues to deepen.
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