Iran claims control of Strait of Hormuz, says 2 oil tankers hit mines, warns US warships against Persian Gulf entry
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz after two oil tankers hit mines, forcing crews to abandon ship. The IRGC warned US military vessels against entering the Persian Gulf, asserting that Iranian forces have rendered the US Navy ineffective in the region. Tensions are escalating as military action discussions continue amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.