The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)’s Navy has forced an American tanker trying to illegally cross the Strait of Hormuz, despite Iran’s restrictions, to turn back.
According to Tasnim News Agency, several hours earlier an American oil tanker had attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after switching off its tracking system. However, following a swift and decisive response by the IRGC Navy, including warning fire directed towards the vessel, the tanker was forced to stop and retreat.
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In response, US forces fired at an open ground near the port city of Bandar Abbas. Iran shut down the strait to enemies and their allies following the US-Israeli aggression. The IRGC Navy has pledged to enforce the Leader’s historic directive concerning the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
So far, the IRGC Navy has issued passage permits for scores of vessels for transit through the waterway in line with the Islamic Republic’s instructions.
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