Any attempt to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without our permission is a violation of the ceasefire

The Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced today that the Strait of Hormuz is under the control of that organization and that any attempt to pass will be considered a violation of the ceasefire, to which the IRGC will "strongly respond".

Any attempt to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without our permission is a violation of the ceasefire

TL;DR

  • The IRGC Navy claims control over the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Any attempt to pass through the strait will be considered a violation of the ceasefire.
  • The IRGC stated it would "strongly respond" to violations.
  • The strait remains open for "safe passage" of civilian vessels under specific rules.
  • The US president announced a blockade of ships entering or leaving the strait.
  • The US plans to intercept ships paying tolls to Iran.
  • The US has deployed mine-clearing ships to the Strait of Hormuz.