Iran Bans 'Enemy' Vessels from Transiting Strait of Hormuz

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) has prohibited ships belonging to 'enemy countries' from passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran stated it will continue to cooperate with nations that comply with Iranian directives. The announcement comes amid ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran aimed at reaching an agreement to end hostilities. U.S. President Donald Trump has emphasized that any potential new agreement will differ significantly from the 2015 nuclear deal.