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Iran’s IRGC Navy warns vessels to stay clear of Strait of Hormuz
The navy of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on April 16 issued a formal warning ordering all vessels to avoid approaching the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically vital maritime chokepoints. The statement emphasized that the strait is under Iran’s control and that all transits must comply with strict security regulations. The warning comes amid heightened Middle East tensions and could impact global oil shipments through the vital waterway.