IRGC: Strait of Hormuz closed indefinitely amid U.S. threats

Published Jul 30, 09:33 PM UTC

On 30 July 2026, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as long as U.S. officials continue what it calls excessive rhetoric, threats, and interference in regional maritime movements. The IRGC warned that further threats and interventions will complicate the situation. In response, U.S. Central Command emphasized that the immediate dangers to commercial vessels and civilian crews stem from the IRGC's verbal threats and attempted attacks. CENTCOM also denied claims that a tanker had breached the U.S. naval blockade. The exchange highlights escalating tensions in the strategic waterway, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit.