Just before dawn, 2,500 U.S. Marines launched a mᴀssive amphibious and air ᴀssault on Iran’s heavily fortified Sirri Island in the Persian Gulf — a critical Iranian oil hub and military outpost near the Strait of Hormuz.

In a lightning operation involving Marine Expeditionary Units, supported by helicopters, AC-130 gunships, and naval gunfire, American forces stormed the island’s defenses. What followed was a total disaster for Iranian troops.

Iran’s garrison, despite months of fortification, was quickly overwhelmed. Multiple command posts, anti-ship missile batteries, and radar installations were destroyed in brutal close-quarters fighting. Heavy casualties have been reported on the Iranian side as U.S. Marines secured key positions with overwhelming firepower and superior tactics.

This bold strike is part of the intensified “Project Freedom” campaign to completely neutralize Iranian threats to the Strait of Hormuz. Sirri Island had been used as a launch point for attacks on commercial shipping and U.S. naval forces.

With this victory, America has delivered another devastating blow to Iran’s ability to control the vital waterway that carries nearly 20% of global oil.

President Trump’s decisive leadership continues to produce results. The message is clear: no Iranian position is safe.

The situation on the island remains fluid as Marines consolidate their gains.

Developments are breaking at lightning speed.

Stay alert — a major turning point may have just occurred in the Gulf.