Daijiworld Media Network - Tehran

Tehran, Apr 13: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has issued a stern warning, cautioning that any “miscalculated” action by its adversaries in the Strait of Hormuz would trigger serious consequences.

In a statement shared on the social media platform X, the IRGC Navy released drone footage claiming to show real-time monitoring of activity in the strategic waterway. It asserted that all movements in the Strait are under full surveillance and control of Iranian forces, warning that any hostile maneuver would leave opposing forces vulnerable to decisive retaliation.

The statement comes amid conflicting claims between Iran and the United States over recent naval activity in the region. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) had earlier announced that two American warships had passed through the Strait of Hormuz and initiated mine-clearing operations in the Gulf. However, Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters firmly rejected this, denying that any US vessels had entered the Strait.

Adding to the dispute, Iran’s state-run media outlet Press TV reported that an alleged attempt by the US Navy to move two destroyers through the Strait had failed. The report claimed that the vessels — identified as USS Michael Murphy and USS Frank E. Peterson — were compelled to withdraw following intervention by Iranian naval forces.

The IRGC further stated that any military presence approaching the Strait under any pretext would be treated as a violation of the current ceasefire and would face a strong response.

Tensions in the region have remained high following recent escalations. In late February, joint military strikes by Israel and the United States targeted Tehran and other Iranian cities, reportedly resulting in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, along with several senior officials and civilians. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks against Israeli and US-linked targets across the Middle East and subsequently imposed tighter controls over maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, particularly restricting vessels associated with the US and Israel.

Although a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States came into effect last week, diplomatic efforts have yet to yield a breakthrough. Talks held between delegations from both sides in Islamabad concluded without any agreement, leaving the situation in the region tense and uncertain.