Iran's Revolutionary Guards Attack Two Ships in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
On July 12, 2026, Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy announced that four ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz via an unauthorized route, allegedly supported by the United States, were intercepted. According to the statement, two ships were damaged and detained following a combined missile and drone operation, while the other two retreated. The Guards claimed full control over the Strait of Hormuz and declared that only their designated safe passage is permitted. They warned that no oil, gas, or chemical fertilizers would transit the strait without their approval, threatening that vessels ignoring their warnings would face inevitable accidents. This escalation highlights Tehran's tightening grip on this strategic maritime chokepoint amid ongoing regional tensions.
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