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The Rest of the World Report | September 28, 2026 — Evening Edition

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THE HORMUZ MARINES

An Iranian anti-ship cruise missile struck a vessel carrying US Marines in the Strait of Hormuz on September 14. Eight Marines were injured, one officer and seven enlisted. They suffered smoke inhalation and concussion-like symptoms. All returned to duty within days.

The vessel was not a US Navy ship. Pentagon officials declined to say…

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