Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said in a written statement that the war with the United States had shown that American military bases in the Middle East are no longer safe, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it would respond forcefully to any U.S. strikes. 
Iran accused the United States of breaching their ceasefire and warned it was ready to retaliate after overnight US strikes targeting Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats threatened a deal to end the war. As the stalemate in Hormuz continues and the peace proposal remains largely unclear, strategists are now questioning whether Iran war is U.S' biggest blunder in foreign policy

Trump Caught in a Web of Stalemate as Khamenei Warns No US BASE is Safe

Iran’s IRGC claimed it shot down a US MQ-9 drone and fired at an intruding F-35 jet over the Gulf region, warning it reserves the right to retaliate against any violation of the regional truce.

Iran claims to have shot down US MQ-9 drone over Gulf region amid peace talks

Was Ivanka Trump the target of a revenge assassination plot tied to Qasem Soleimani’s killing? Reports suggest an IRGC-linked terrorist threatened the Trump family and had information on Ivanka’s Florida home. Who is the suspect and what did investigators uncover? Scroll down to read more.

'No one can protect you': REVEALED! IRGC-linked terrorist allegedly plotted to assassinate Ivanka Trump to avenge Qasem Soleimani

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that any renewed war with the US and Israel could expand beyond the Middle East, as Donald Trump threatened fresh strikes within days.

IRGC warns renewed war could spill beyond West Asia after Trump threats

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has concluded a massive five-day military exercise around Tehran under the slogan “Labbayk Ya Khamenei,” signaling heightened combat readiness amid ongoing regional tensions. Iranian commanders said the drill focused on preparing forces to confront possible “American-Zionist enemy” actions and tested multiple battlefield scenarios, combat tactics and rapid response operations. The exercise comes as the region remains on edge despite a fragile ceasefire and continuing geopolitical uncertainty.


BREAKING: Iran’s IRGC Launches Massive War Drill Amid Fragile Truce And Rising Tensions

Iran has threatened to target or control critical undersea internet cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to weaponize the digital infrastructure that handles over $10$ trillion in daily global financial transactions. IRGC-linked media warned of cutting cables and demanded licensing fees from companies, threatening major internet outages for Gulf nations and disrupting international trade.


Iran Goes After Undersea Cables, a $10 Trillion Choke-Point

Tensions escalate in the US-Iran conflict as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warns of strong retaliation if Iranian tankers or vessels come under attack in the Gulf region. The IRGC stated it could strike US military sites and interests across the Gulf if hostilities continue, raising fears of a wider regional escalation.


US-Iran War: IRGC Threatens Strikes on US Gulf Bases if Tankers Are Hit

Tensions escalate in the US-Iran conflict as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warns of strong retaliation if Iranian tankers or vessels come under attack in the Gulf region. The IRGC stated it could strike US military sites and interests across the Gulf if hostilities continue, raising fears of a wider regional escalation.

US-Iran War | IRGC: Will Strike US Sites in Gulf if Tankers Come Under Fire 

Amid escalating US–Iran tensions, reports suggest that IRGC officials along with Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf are effectively handling Iran’s day-to-day war and administrative operations. The development highlights the growing influence of hardline military and political structures within Tehran as diplomatic uncertainty continues. While official negotiations remain unclear, internal power centers appear to be driving key decisions on strategy, security, and governance during the ongoing conflict.


Iran War: 'IRGC Officials and Ghalibaf Running Day-To-Day Operations' 

The United States is set to begin guiding commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions. The move comes as concerns grow over the safety of one of the world’s most critical oil shipping lanes, which sees nearly a fifth of global oil trade pass through daily.

Iran Issues Warning: Ships On Hormuz Must Coordinate To Ensure Safety 

Iran Warns US: 'Stay Out Of Strait Of Hormuz'

In response to the new maritime control zone, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has confirmed that authorities are currently analysing a counter-proposal from the United States aiming to halt the ongoing conflict.

IRGC announces new ‘maritime control’ zone in Strait of Hormuz amid tensions

Blockchain analysis cited by investigators in the Reuters report shows the platform has processed between tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions linked to to sanctioned bodies, including Iran’s central bank and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

How did a powerful Iranian dynasty quietly build country’s largest crypto exchange operating beyond US sanctions?

Amid reports of internal divisions and IRGC interference, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has firmly denied any rift within Iran’s leadership, emphasising unity and loyalty to the country’s revolutionary path.

Iran's Ghalibaf denies schism between 'moderate' and 'radicals', says Iran united in ‘revolutionary’ identity

Iran says it seized two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after firing incidents. Third vessel also targeted as tensions rise in key shipping route

WATCH | Iran seizes two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions

Tensions have escalated in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran’s IRGC reportedly attacked and seized multiple commercial vessels, including MSC Francesca and Epaminondas, while another ship, Euphoria, was struck and grounded near Iranian waters. The incident comes shortly after Trump declared that ceasefire with Iran has been extended. Repots are also emerging about the growing concern over American missile stockpile which have been strained due to the war in Iran.


Iran Defies America, Seizes Ships in Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran wanted the Strait of Hormuz open “so they can make $500 Million Dollars a day”, which he said the Gulf nation would risk losing if it remains closed. “Iran is collapsing financially! They want the Strait of Hormuz opened immediately,” he wrote on Truth Social, adding that the Islamic republic was “starving for cash.”


Iran Seizes Two Ships After Trump Announced Extension in Truce

Iran attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz this morning, saying its Revolutionary Guard seized two of them and further inflaming tensions over the key waterway. It comes after U.S. forces seized an Iranian ship and boarded a tanker linked to Tehran’s oil trade.


US Holds Off Attacks but Continues Hormuz's Naval Blockade

Iran War: IRGC Hit Three Ships in Strait of Hormuz After Ceasefire Extended

Iranian state-linked media reports claim that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has forced U.S. troops to retreat from the Strait of Hormuz during a heightened naval confrontation. The report suggests that Iranian forces confronted U.S. naval units amid rising tensions in the region, prompting a withdrawal.

Breaking: Iranian Media: IRGC Forces US Troops to Retreat From Hormuz

Iran has launched a security crackdown across multiple provinces after authorities in Tehran flagged what they describe as an internal security threat. The operations include arrests and coordinated actions targeting suspected networks amid rising regional and domestic pressure.

Iran Launches Crackdown Across Three Provinces Amid Internal Security Concerns in Tehran

Authorities said the Directorate General of Shipping is closely monitoring the situation and taking steps to ensure the safety of Indian seafarers and India-flagged ships operating in the region. The government has reiterated that the safety of seafarers remains its top priority.

India summons Iranian envoy, lodges formal protest over gunfire on Indian vessels in Hormuz

Iran’s IRGC denies violating the ceasefire, blaming Israel and the US for reported Gulf attacks as Kuwait and Saudi Arabia report drone and facility strikes.

IRGC denies violating ceasefire, accuses 'Zionist enemy' of any attacks

Why is Iran redirecting ships even after reopening the Strait of Hormuz? Tehran has flagged risks of sea mines and redrawn routes, pushing vessels into tightly controlled corridors under its watch. All you need to know about the alternative routes shared by the IRGC.

Tehran toll booth: Iran announces 'alternative routes' in Hormuz; Why is it forcing oil tankers into IRGC-controlled waters?

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