U.S. Marines Injured in Iranian Attack, Taylor Swift Breaks VMAs Record

U.S. Marines injured in Iran attack. Taylor Swift sets VMAs record. Key updates from today's news.

September 28, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Eight U.S. Marines were hurt when an Iranian cruise missile struck the ship they were aboard in the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. officials. The incident occurred on September 14, but the Pentagon did not reveal any details about the attack at the time.

The injured Marines experienced smoke inhalation and possible traumatic brain injuries, including symptoms like headaches and concussions, though none were seriously harmed. They returned to duty shortly after the event. This comes amid growing uncertainty over how many U.S. troops have been injured or killed in conflicts, with the Pentagon recently changing how it reports casualties.

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Taylor Swift made history at the MTV Video Music Awards by surpassing Beyoncé as the most-awarded artist in VMAs history, earning her 32 Moon Person statues. Meanwhile, the Justice Department continues its case against Brian Cole Jr., accused of planting pipe bombs at the Democratic and Republican party headquarters in 2021. Some conservative figures have attempted to discredit the case, claiming a ‘deep state’ conspiracy. In sports, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye struggled in a recent loss, continuing a pattern of turnovers that has raised concerns about his performance.

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