Iran's armed forces have issued a direct warning that any unauthorized US interference in the Strait of Hormuz will trigger a swift military response.
The statement, reported by multiple outlets including Tagesschau and Khaama Press, marks a hardening of Tehran's posture amid ongoing tensions over shipping routes and regional security arrangements.
" Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also cautioned that attempts to circumvent agreed-upon routes with the United States would significantly escalate regional tensions.
The threat reinforces the operational risks facing energy traders and shipping operators.
With the Strait of Hormuz serving as a critical chokepoint for global oil flows, any escalation in military rhetoric or actual incidents can quickly translate into higher insurance premiums, route diversions, and freight volatility.
Market participants are closely monitoring the situation for signs of immediate disruption.
This development follows earlier warnings from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which stated that unauthorized vessels crossing the strait "will be dealt with." Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also cautioned that attempts to circumvent agreed-upon routes with the United States would significantly escalate regional tensions.