Two missiles have struck a United States Navy warship near the southern Iranian port of Jask, according to unverified reports from Iranian state media. The vessel was allegedly forced to turn back after disregarding warnings from Iran's naval forces to stop its approach to the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Iran's Fars News Agency.
No Official US Response Yet
Washington has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident. However, a senior US official has denied the report, according to Axios, though no further details were provided.
Trump's Middle East Operation
Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced a mission to assist in freeing ships stranded due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The operation aims to ensure maritime security in the region.
Iran's military had previously warned US forces to stay clear of the vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for global oil shipments. The strait is a chokepoint through which about a fifth of the world's petroleum passes.
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