Iranian Navy

Iran's navy intercepted an oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz after it attempted to pass through the waterway in violation of Iranian restrictions. State media IRIB reported explosions linked to the confrontation, citing military sources that stated the vessel was compelled to comply with a transit ban following warnings from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy.

President Donald Trump claims Iran has agreed to refrain from developing or purchasing nuclear weapons, calling it a significant concession. He warned that the U.S. would take military action if negotiations fail, citing the destruction of Iran's navy and air force. Trump emphasized the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz to lower gasoline prices and avoid casualties.

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi stated that ships entering the Strait of Hormuz must cooperate with the Iranian navy after a ship was seized outside a UAE port. The ship was taken towards Iranian waters by unauthorised personnel. The incident occurred near the southern entry to the Strait of Hormuz.

The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian state media reporting that three US destroyers were targeted by the Iranian navy. The US conducted strikes on targets in the strait, which Iran described as a ceasefire violation. The extent of the strikes and resulting damage are unclear.

Iran State TV broadcast a video of its navy seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway critical for global oil shipments. The action highlights Iran's naval capabilities and potential tensions in the region.

President Trump responded to a Wall Street Journal editorial that criticized him as a 'sucker' for not achieving a full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in Iran negotiations. He claimed Iran's navy is 'at the bottom of the sea' and their air force is in disarray, as stated in a Truth Social post.

A ship captain in the Strait of Hormuz pleaded with the Iranian navy to allow him to turn back as his vessel was attacked. The incident highlights tensions in the strategically vital waterway.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned the navy was prepared to inflict 'new bitter defeats' on the United States and Israel. The statement highlights heightened tensions in the region.