Were eight U.S. Marines injured in an Iranian cruise missile attack in the Strait of Hormuz in September 2026?

Yes. According to NBC News, citing three U.S. officials, eight U.S. Marines were injured on September 14, 2026, when an Iranian cruise missile struck a non-Navy vessel they were operating on in the Strait of Hormuz. Officials said the Marines sustained smoke inhalation and possible concussion-related symptoms such as headaches, but were not seriously injured and all returned to duty shortly afterward. The Defense Department had not publicly disclosed the attack when it occurred; the injuries were reported days later.

Source: NBC News

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