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Iran's IRGC Warns US Warships in Strait of Hormuz Will Face "Deadly Whirlpools"

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy has issued a stark warning that any "erroneous" move by an enemy in the strategic Strait of Hormuz will have deadly consequences, claiming complete control over the waterway. The warning comes amid conflicting accounts with the US Central Command, which said two American warships transited the strait, a claim strongly denied by Iranian military headquarters. Iranian state media reported the US destroyers were forced to retreat in what it called a failed propaganda stunt, timed around ceasefire talks. The tensions follow recent military exchanges and a ceasefire between Iran and the US, after which talks in Islamabad failed to produce an agreement.

Key Points: Iran Warns US Over Strait of Hormuz Moves

  • IRGC warns of lethal consequences for enemy moves
  • Denies US warships entered the strait
  • Claims US destroyers were forced to retreat
  • Follows failed ceasefire talks in Islamabad
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Iran's IRGC warns any wrong move by 'enemy' in Strait of Hormuz to have lethal consequences

Iran's IRGC issues a lethal warning to the "enemy" in the Strait of Hormuz, denying US transit claims and threatening severe consequences.

"Any erroneous maneuver will trap the enemy in deadly whirlpools in the strait. - IRGC Navy"

Tehran, April 13

The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps said that any "erroneous" move by the "enemy" in the Strait of Hormuz will have deadly consequences.

It issued the warning in a post on social media platform X, sharing "drone surveillance footage of the real situation in the Strait of Hormuz."

The IRGC's Navy said all movements and non-movements in the Strait of Hormuz are under complete control of the Iranian armed forces, adding that, "Any erroneous maneuver will trap the enemy in deadly whirlpools in the strait."

US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Saturday that two US warships transited the Strait of Hormuz and began mine-clearing operations in the Gulf. Iran's main military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, rejected that account, "strongly" denying CENTCOM's claim that American vessels had entered the strait, Xinhua news agency reported.

In an exclusive report on Sunday, Iran's state-run Press TV said the US military's attempt to sail two destroyers through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday "ended as a failed propaganda stunt timed to coincide with (Tehran-Washington) talks in Islamabad."

The Press TV identified the US destroyers as USS Michael Murphy and USS Frank E. Peterson, saying they were forced to retreat by Iran's naval forces.

Also on Sunday, the IRGC said in a statement that any military vessels that intend to approach the Strait of Hormuz under any title or pretext will be considered a ceasefire violation and will be dealt with severely.

On February 28, Israel and the United States launched joint attacks on Tehran and several other Iranian cities, killing Iran's then Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, along with senior military commanders and civilians. Iran responded with waves of missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and US assets in the Middle East, and tightened control over the Strait of Hormuz by restricting passage by vessels belonging to or affiliated with Israel and the United States.

A two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States took effect on Wednesday, followed by the holding of lengthy talks between the Iranian and US delegations in Islamabad, which failed to lead to an agreement.

- IANS

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Priya S
This posturing is dangerous. Both Iran and the US need to de-escalate. We've seen how regional conflicts can spiral. India has good relations with both; perhaps we can play a constructive role in dialogue? Hope the ceasefire holds.
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Aman W
Frankly, the US shouldn't be sailing warships so provocatively near another country's waters. It's asking for trouble. Iran has every right to defend its territorial integrity. The world isn't America's backyard.
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Sarah B
Reading this from an Indian perspective, it's worrying. A huge portion of our oil imports pass through that strait. Another conflict would be disastrous for our economy. Diplomacy is the only way forward.
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Vikram M
The report says the US ships were "forced to retreat." If true, that's a significant show of strength by Iran's navy. The power dynamics in the Gulf are shifting. India needs to be pragmatic in its foreign policy.
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Karthik V
With respect, I think the article presents a very one-sided view from Iranian state media. We should be cautious. The situation is complex, and both sides are engaged in propaganda. Hope our media provides balanced coverage.

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