Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has warned that any vessel approaching the Strait of Hormuz will be viewed as potentially hostile. The statement indicates Iran will consider such vessels to be acting in collaboration with its enemies. This declaration significantly raises tensions in the critical waterway, a major global oil transit route. No specific criteria were provided regarding what constitutes “approaching” the Strait. The IRGC did not detail potential responses to vessels deemed to be collaborating with adversaries. This announcement follows increased regional tensions and ongoing concerns over Iran’s nuclear program and military activities. The move is likely to further complicate maritime traffic and security in the region.