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"This is not just the first attack of the month, it's an attack on a very sensitive area" of Iran

CNN Portugal31 August 2026 at 07:57

The United States carried out attacks on the Iranian island of Larak, in the Persian Gulf. This military action was described by CNN Portugal commentator Alberto Cunha as the first attack of the month.

Alberto Cunha, commentator at CNN Portugal, analyzed the recent American attacks. In his analysis, he highlighted that the attack is not only significant because of its frequency, but above all because it targets a very sensitive area of Iran.

The island of Larak is located in the Persian Gulf and has strategic importance for Iran. The fact that it was targeted indicates that this region was considered a priority target in the escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran.

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