Event Brief
Iran says US military killed five civilians in boat attacks
Filed: May 05, 2026 at 3:03 AM ET
Summary: An Iranian commander said US forces attacked two passenger boats in the Strait of Hormuz, killing five civilians.
WHO: An Iranian commander
WHAT: Iranian commander alleged US military attacked two passenger boats in the Strait of Hormuz, killing five civilians
WHEN: May 05, 2026 at 1:52 AM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: The statement was a reaction to alleged US attacks on passenger boats.
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