Iran warns US warships over altering routes in the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran warns it will target US vessels attempting to alter approved shipping corridors or maintain a naval blockade. Iran announced that it would target any US warship that may try to impose a different route than the one that Tehran has allowed for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, Mohsen Rezaei, a senior advisor to ...
Iran has threatened to target US warships if they attempt to alter their approved shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a senior advisor to Iran’s supreme leader. Mohsen Rezaei stated that Iran will not permit a second corridor to open, even if the US deploys warships. He also warned of targeting US ships and bases if the country continues its naval blockade on Iran.
President Donald Trump had previously stated that negotiations with Tehran are the "last chance" for a deal before potential strikes. However, Iran immediately denied holding new negotiations and insisted they were only working out an agreement with Oman over a temporary route for shipping. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway where about a fifth of all traded oil and natural gas flow, remains closed until US violations end, according to Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson.
Additionally, a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an "unknown projectile" off the coast of Oman, though details on damage or injuries are not provided.
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