According to a report by The Times Of Israel on May 8, 2026, US President Donald Trump said three US Navy destroyers successfully moved through the Strait of Hormuz while coming under attack. He stated that the vessels were not damaged during the incident, although Iranian forces allegedly suffered significant losses in the exchange.
Trump described the confrontation in comments to reporters and on his Truth Social platform, where he accused Iranian seacraft of opening fire on American naval ships operating in the strategic waterway.
“Three World Class American Destroyers just transited, very successfully, out of the Strait of Hormuz, under fire. There was no damage done to the three Destroyers, but great damage done to the Iranian attackers,” Trump writes on Truth Social.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most sensitive maritime routes, carrying a large share of global oil shipments. Tensions in the area have intensified following recent military exchanges between the United States and Iran, raising concerns over regional stability and international shipping security.
Earlier in the day, Trump also commented on the recent American strikes targeting Iran. Speaking to an ABC News reporter, he minimized the scale of the attacks, saying they were “just a love tap.” He also maintained that the ceasefire agreement between the two countries remained active despite the latest confrontation.
“The ceasefire is going. It’s in effect,” Trump said.
The latest developments come amid continued uncertainty in the Middle East, where diplomatic efforts to preserve calm have faced repeated challenges after days of military escalation involving both Washington and Tehran……See More
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