Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy says it has temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz “until further notice”, according to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, Iran’s state broadcaster.
In a statement reported by IRIB, the IRGC Navy said foreign interference and attempts to open what it called an “illegal route” for shipping through the strait would be met with a firm response.
The Corps said several vessels had ignored warnings to correct their course and move within the approved route. One vessel, which the Corps said had turned off its systems and endangered maritime security, was stopped after warning shots were fired.
The statement added that no vessels would be allowed to pass through the strait until US interference in the area ends, and any new attack or violation would be met with a forceful response.
