Iran Claims Missile Strike on US Warship Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

Tehran: Iranian media has claimed that a US warship was targeted near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the strategically vital region.
According to Iran’s semi-official news agency Fars, two missiles struck a US naval vessel near Jask Island after it allegedly ignored warnings issued by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The report stated that the action was taken in response to the vessel’s failure to comply with instructions to halt.
The development comes at a time when US President Donald Trump has announced the launch of “Project Freedom” starting Monday, aimed at ensuring the safe passage of vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has reportedly allocated significant resources for the mission, including 15,000 troops, over 100 aircraft, warships, and drones.
Separately, Iranian military officials stated that their naval forces issued strong and immediate warnings to prevent US warships from entering the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s Tasnim news agency said further details regarding the incident would be released later.
Iranian military commander Major General Ali Abdollahi warned foreign naval fleets against entering the Strait of Hormuz under the pretext of protecting commercial vessels. He claimed that recent actions by the United States and Israel have endangered global trade and economic security.
He cautioned that any aggressive moves could further complicate the situation and put maritime safety at risk.
Meanwhile, IRGC spokesperson Sardar Mohebbi stated that any vessel violating Iran’s established protocols in the Strait of Hormuz would be stopped by force. He added that civilian and commercial ships adhering to designated routes and coordination procedures would remain safe.
He also warned shipping and insurance companies to strictly follow IRGC advisories, stating that any deviation could expose vessels to serious risks.