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Iran Warns US Military: Stay Out of Strait of Hormuz or Face Attack

Iran has warned the US military against entering the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to attack any foreign forces that approach. The warning follows Trump's announcement of 'Project Freedom' to free ships stranded in the waterway. The US Central Command confirmed a major military deployment starting May 4, including destroyers and 15,000 troops. Iran insists the strait's security is in its hands and demands coordination with its armed forces.

Key Points: Iran Warns US Army Against Entering Strait of Hormuz

  • Iran warns US military against entering Strait of Hormuz
  • Threatens attack on foreign armed forces
  • Trump announces 'Project Freedom' to free stranded ships
  • US deploys 15,000 troops, destroyers, and aircraft
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Iran warns US army against entering Strait of Hormuz

Iran warns US military against entering Strait of Hormuz, threatens attack. Trump launches 'Project Freedom' to free stranded ships.

"We warn that any foreign armed forces, especially the aggressive US army, will be attacked if they intend to approach and enter the Strait of Hormuz. - Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters"

Tehran, May 4

Iran on Monday warned the US army against entering the Strait of Hormuz and said that they will be attacked if they intend to approach and enter the Strait.

"We warn that any foreign armed forces, especially the aggressive US army, will be attacked if they intend to approach and enter the Strait of Hormuz," said Iran's main military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, in a statement.

The warning came after the United States announced it would start on Monday to free ships stranded in the waterway, Xinhua news agency reported.

"We have repeatedly said the security of the Strait of Hormuz is in our hands and that the safe passage of vessels needs to be coordinated with the armed forces," the Iranian army said.

Earlier US President Donald Trump said multiple countries had approached Washington for help, citing vessels "locked up in the Strait of Hormuz" despite having "absolutely nothing to do" with the ongoing conflict.

"For the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have told these Countries that we will guide their Ships safely out of these restricted Waterways," he said, describing the effort as "Project Freedom."

The operation is set to begin Monday morning, Middle East time. Trump said the move aims to assist "neutral and innocent bystanders" and ensure ships can "freely and ably get on with their business."

He framed the initiative as a humanitarian intervention, noting that several vessels were facing deteriorating conditions. "Many of these Ships are running low on food, and everything else necessary for largescale crews to stay on board in a healthy and sanitary manner," he said.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that its forces would support the mission starting May 4 to "restore freedom of navigation for commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz."

The Pentagon-directed operation will involve a significant military deployment. According to the CENTCOM statement, support will include guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 land- and sea-based aircraft, multi-domain unmanned platforms, and about 15,000 service members.

- IANS

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Sneha F
"Project Freedom" sounds like another American intervention in the Middle East. Iran is no saint, but the US has a track record of destabilizing regions under the guise of humanitarianism. Remember Iraq? Remember Libya? India should stay neutral and push for a de-escalation through the UN. We don't need another war next door.
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Sarah B
Trump's "Project Freedom" sounds like a PR stunt. Iran controls the strait, and they've made their position clear—ships need coordination with them. The US sending 15,000 troops and 100 aircraft is escalation, not humanitarian aid. India should ask both sides to sit down and negotiate. Our sailors in the Gulf need safety, not war. 🙏
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Vikram M
Iran's warning is tough talk, but are they really ready to take on the US navy in the strait? The law of the sea says straits used for international navigation must allow transit passage. Ships stuck there need help—running low on food, as Trump said. But the US deploying destroyers and drones? That's a powder keg. India should call for calm and offer to mediate—we have good relations with both countries.
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Kavya N
This is a classic standoff—Iran sees the strait as its backyard, and the US wants to flex its naval power. India has interests here: our oil imports, our diaspora in the Gulf (over 8 million people), and our trade. The Indian Navy should be ready to protect our own ships if needed. But diplomacy first—this isn't our fight. Let's hope both sides blink before anyone fires a shot. 🤞

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