The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz has intensified after Iran issued a strong warning targeting any military presence near the strategic waterway.
Iran has said it will attack any military vessel approaching the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the United States over control of the vital shipping route.
The warning came from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which stated that any foreign warships entering the area would be seen as a violation of ceasefire understandings.
Iranian state media reported that the IRGC vowed a “decisive and harsh” response if such vessels are detected near the Strait.
The Guards also described the Strait of Hormuz as being under the “smart management” of Iran’s naval forces.
However, they stressed that the waterway remains open to non-military vessels under established maritime regulations.
The development follows heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington after talks in Islamabad failed to reach agreement on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear programme and control of the Strait.
U.S. President, Donald Trump, said discussions made progress on several points but collapsed over disagreements on nuclear enrichment.
He also announced that the U.S. Navy had been directed to begin operations linked to the Strait of Hormuz, including measures to intercept vessels and address reported mines.
Iran rejected the U.S. position, insisting that the Strait remains under its jurisdiction and operational authority.
Iranian officials maintained that while talks covered several areas, key disagreements remain unresolved and further negotiations may still be required.
With both sides maintaining firm positions, concerns continue to grow over potential disruptions to one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
