Jul 12, 2026 06:03 AM IST What's happened so far Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy says it has shut the strait until further notice, blaming outside interference in the waterway.
It says a vessel was hit with a warning shot after ignoring orders to change course, and warned of a "severe" response to any further US or allied action.
Guard commander Ahmad Vahidi said avenging what he called US-Israeli aggression remains a lasting priority, and that those responsible would be held accountable.
Axios reported an IRGC missile struck a commercial ship in the strait, causing heavy damage, citing a US official.
Iran's Press TV reported blasts in both southern cities, without giving details on cause or damage.
Axios reported American forces were hitting Iranian targets in the area, citing a US official.
US Central Command said its forces began a new wave of strikes at 7:15 p.m.
ET, in response to an alleged IRGC attack on the Cyprus-flagged container ship M/V GFS Galaxy in the strait.
One crew member is missing, and the vessel was disabled by fire and engine-room damage.
Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported three blasts in Bandar Abbas and two in Sirik, both in southern Iran.
