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Iran's Revolutionary Guards Warn Ships on Strait of Hormuz Transit
Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued a warning Thursday against vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without authorization. The statement came as U.S. officials met Gulf allies in Bahrain to discuss security guarantees during ongoing talks with Iran.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Thursday they would take appropriate measures against vessels attempting to sail through the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran's authorization. The warning was issued as U.S. officials visit Bahrain to discuss security guarantees for Gulf states while pursuing negotiations with Iran.
State officials have told Gulf allies that Washington will protect their interests during efforts to reach a final settlement of the Middle East war. The outreach comes amid ongoing talks between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the conflict.
Guards framed the warning as a response to unauthorized transit attempts through the strategic waterway. The statement did not specify what measures would be taken or name any particular vessels. >"Iran warns against attempts to cross Strait of Hormuz without authorisation" — France 24, June 2026.
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