Event Brief
Iran claims missiles hit U.S. frigate in Strait of Hormuz
Filed: May 04, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET
Summary: Iranian media claimed missiles were fired at a U.S. frigate, but U.S. Central Command said no ships were struck.
WHO: U.S. Central Command
WHAT: U.S. Central Command denied Iranian claims after Iran asserted a U.S. warship was forced to turn back
WHEN: May 04, 2026 at 7:39 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: The statement was a response to Iran’s claim that it forced a U.S. warship to turn back.
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