The United States launched limited and defensive strikes against Iran on Qeshm Island ahead of the midterm elections. US officials confirmed the nature of the attacks to CBS, the BBC's US partner.
60 other events within 300 km in the 30 days around this event.
This report has no exact coordinates, so it is shown at country level (shaded area).
If you're in the area
Active conflict area. Check your government's travel advisory before any travel to Iran,
and follow your embassy's instructions if you are already there.
If there is violence nearby, shelter in place away from windows until it is safe.
Respect curfews and avoid areas controlled by armed groups.
Register with your embassy and keep travel documents ready to leave.