IRGC Warns of Wider Maritime Action Amid US Port Blockade

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that additional strategic waterways could face restrictions beyond the Strait of Hormuz if the United States continues its reported blockade of Iranian ports.

In a statement, the IRGC said Tehran would respond to measures it considers hostile, stressing that Iran is prepared to protect its national interests and maritime rights.

The warning comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf, where concerns over shipping security and global energy supplies continue to grow.

Regional governments and international stakeholders have renewed calls for restraint, urging all sides to avoid actions that could further escalate the crisis.

Officials say diplomatic efforts remain ongoing to reduce tensions and prevent further disruption to regional stability and international trade.

Analysts say the latest warning highlights the growing strategic importance of regional waterways and underscores the need for dialogue to avert a broader confrontation.