"Change course, or we'll shoot you!" Iran recorded threatening a US destroyer in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran released footage in which the navy of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard threatens a US destroyer that entered the Strait of Hormuz.
TL;DR
- Iran released footage allegedly showing its navy threatening a US destroyer.
- The incident occurred as the US destroyer entered the Strait of Hormuz.
- An Iranian officer reportedly warned the US ship to change course or be targeted.
- The US crew stated they were transiting in accordance with international law.
- The Iranian officer issued a final warning and threatened to open fire.
- The destroyer, along with another US vessel, was transiting the Strait as part of a mission to ensure the passage was clear of Iranian sea mines.