Iranian Revolutionary Guard Fires on Civilian Ships Amid U.S. Retaliation

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps responded to U.S. air operations by firing upon civilian vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz. The confrontation came shortly after American forces destroyed an Iranian cruise‑missile and a one‑way attack drone over the waterway.

U.S. officials said the action was intended to hold Tehran accountable for endangering global shipping lanes. Iranian state outlets reported a series of blasts in Hormozgan province’s coastal towns, yet there were no immediate confirmations of civilian injuries or property loss.

The United Nations Secretary‑General warned that the back‑and‑forth attacks risk spiraling into a broader conflict, urging both Washington and Tehran to re‑engage in diplomatic dialogue to stave off further escalation.