U.S. rules of engagement in the Strait of Hormuz have reportedly shifted dramatically, with American forces now authorized to strike immediate threats, including IRGC fast boats and missile positions. According to Barak Ravid, the move signals a more aggressive posture as tensions surge. Iran, however, is pushing back hard. Officials warn they are fully prepared for any scenario and will not bow to pressure from Donald Trump or U.S. forces.
Tehran claims it has already fired warning shots at U.S. vessels and insists any ship entering the Strait now requires its approval. This comes amid explosive reports from Fars News Agency that missiles struck a U.S. naval vessel near Jask after it ignored repeated warnings. If confirmed, the incident could mark a dangerous escalation in a waterway critical to global oil flows.
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