Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy issued a statement on July 18, 2026, warning that it will soon begin targeting US Navy vessels in the region. The threat was reported by multiple news outlets, including Reuters and Al Jazeera, citing the IRGC's official statement.
The IRGC statement described US military assets as 'terrorist' and claimed that Iranian forces are monitoring their movements. The warning comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries, though no specific timeline or location for potential attacks was given.
US officials have not yet publicly responded to the threat. The Pentagon typically maintains a naval presence in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments.
This development follows a series of incidents in recent years, including the 2024 seizure of a commercial tanker by Iran and US airstrikes on Iranian-linked targets in Syria. The situation remains fluid, with international observers calling for de-escalation.
