35 Vessels Pass Through Strait of Hormuz in 24 Hours, IRGC Navy Says

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy announced that 35 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, despite what it described as insecurity caused by the presence of US military forces in the area. The IRGC Navy emphasized that its naval forces have established a safe waterway for shipping and the continuity of global trade.

Earlier on Thursday, the IRGC Navy had reported that 31 vessels had passed through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with its naval forces. The strait is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and Iran has previously threatened to disrupt traffic through it in response to tensions with the United States.

The IRGC Navy's statement comes amid ongoing US-Israeli tensions with Iran, though no specific incidents were reported. The force reiterated its commitment to ensuring safe passage for commercial vessels.

According to Mehr News Agency, the report highlights the IRGC's role in maintaining maritime security in the region despite what it terms as "terrorist US military aggression." The agency added that the safe passage of vessels demonstrates the IRGC Navy's capability to manage the waterway.