Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:41am on 11 Nov 2026,Wednesday International
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has accused the US military of misleading commercial shipping operators by claiming that the strategically important Strait of Hormuz is open. An IRGC Navy commander alleged that American forces are encouraging oil tankers to enter dangerous waters while avoiding the route themselves. The warning comes amid escalating maritime tensions, with Iranian authorities reporting that several tankers caught fire after encountering naval mines on unauthorised routes. Iran has also demanded the lifting of US sanctions and naval restrictions. Washington has not independently confirmed the allegations. (PC: Reuters)
