The IRGC's Khatam al-Anbiya Command warned that any vessel deviating from the Iranian-designated route through the Strait of Hormuz will be attacked. The threat, reported by Abu Ali Express, comes as Iran prepares for Khamenei's funeral and as vessels continue transiting the alternative Omani shipping lane with US escorts.
The IRGC's Khatam al-Anbiya Command issued a fresh threat Thursday as Iran approaches the funeral of Supreme Leader Khamenei, warning that it will attack any vessel deviating from the Iranian-designated route through the Strait of Hormuz. According to a report by Abu Ali Express, vessels have been continuing to transit an alternative shipping lane off the coast of Oman, despite the Iranian demands. The US Navy has been escorting commercial vessels and tankers through that route, which Iran has previously targeted. The new threat follows a series of escalating statements from Tehran over shipping restrictions in the strategic waterway, as The Zioneer reported earlier today. The situation remains fluid, with vessels navigating under the threat of attack and naval escorts in place.
The Iranian ultimatum sets the stage for potential confrontation as the funeral period creates a high-stakes moment for the regime. The Omani route has seen reduced traffic in recent days, according to navigational data, but US-escorted vessels are still using it.
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- StrongIranian source threatens to attack any vessel crossing the Strait of Hormuz
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- DevelopingIRGC Navy commander threatens to attack hostile warships in Strait of Hormuz
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