IRGC claims 28 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours

Published May 31, 2026 Updated May 31, 2026 01:54pm

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said 28 vessels, including oil tankers, containers and other commercial ships, passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours “with the coordination and security of the IRGC Navy”.

“Intelligent control of the Strait of Hormuz is being carried out continuously and with firmness and authority,” its statement carried by the Fars news agency said.

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