The Navy of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has cautioned that any mistaken actions by the “enemy” in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to severe outcomes. The IRGC’s Navy emphasized that all activities in the strait are closely monitored by the Iranian armed forces, warning that any missteps could result in dire consequences for the opposing side. This warning follows a statement by the US Central Command (CENTCOM) about two US warships conducting operations in the area, a claim that Iran’s military command has strongly refuted.
Iran’s state-run Press TV reported that the US military’s recent attempt to navigate two destroyers through the Strait of Hormuz was unsuccessful and described it as a failed propaganda move coinciding with Tehran-Washington discussions. The report identified the US vessels as USS Michael Murphy and USS Frank E. Peterson, stating that they were compelled to retreat by Iran’s naval forces. Additionally, the IRGC issued a statement asserting that any military ships approaching the strait under any pretext will be viewed as a violation and dealt with severely.
In recent developments, a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States was initiated, leading to extensive discussions between the two delegations in Islamabad that did not result in an agreement. This comes after previous hostilities that saw joint attacks by Israel and the US on Iranian cities, followed by retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Israeli and American assets in the region, as well as increased control over the Strait of Hormuz.
