The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy announced it fired warning shots at a ship that disabled its systems and deviated from the designated route in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC said the strait will be temporarily closed until further notice, and threatened to strike 'new enemy bases' if the US or allies commit further violations. The statement attributes the incident to 'foreign interference.'
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy issued a statement early Sunday morning confirming that it fired warning shots at a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, temporarily closing the strategic waterway. According to the IRGC, the ship had disabled its systems and attempted to deviate from the designated route despite warnings. The IRGC also threatened to target 'new enemy bases' belonging to the United States and its allies if further violations occur.
This confirmation follows unverified reports earlier this hour (01:11 Jerusalem) that the IRGC had fired at a tanker from the port of Sirik. The new statement provides the IRGC's official account, including the closure of the strait and the threats.
The IRGC has been asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz for weeks, with previous warnings and incidents reported by The Zioneer. The current escalation marks a significant step in the standoff, as the IRGC moves from threats to kinetic action and a declared blockade. The identity of the targeted vessel and the extent of the closure remain unconfirmed.
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