US President Donald Trump has confirmed fresh American military strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, even as Washington continues diplomatic negotiations with Tehran. The development has raised concerns about renewed fighting near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking to reporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, November 6, Trump acknowledged that US forces had conducted limited strikes against Iranian air defence installations. He claimed American forces destroyed a newly installed anti-aircraft system within minutes.
Iranian state media reported that two missiles struck the Suza area of Qeshm Island. The island is located near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for international oil supplies. Iranian authorities also claimed their air defence forces intercepted and destroyed an American MQ-9 drone. However, the reported drone incident has not been independently verified.
US Central Command acknowledged reports of explosions but declined to provide operational details. A spokesperson described the regional situation as relatively calm despite the latest military activity.
The strikes occurred as Trump insisted that negotiations with Iran were progressing. He claimed both countries had made significant diplomatic progress but offered no details about a possible agreement.
Meanwhile, Qatar rejected reports suggesting that US-Iran negotiations had collapsed. Qatari officials confirmed that mediation efforts remained active and emphasized the importance of preventing further regional escalation.
Washington also announced a reward of up to $20 million for information concerning Iran’s nuclear programme, including facilities, equipment and associated personnel.
The latest strikes followed significant Republican losses in the November 3 US midterm elections, which Trump partly attributed to the Iran conflict.
With military operations continuing alongside negotiations, uncertainty remains over whether Washington and Tehran can reach an agreement before tensions escalate further.
