Iran threatens to attack US warships that enter Strait of Hormuz
Iran has warned the US that it will attack any of its vessels that enter the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump announced that the US navy will accompany trapped ships out in the area.
The warning reported on Monday morning by Reuters was made by Ali Abdollahi, who heads the unified command of the Iranian military.
"We warn that any foreign armed forces, especially the aggressive US army, will be attacked if they intend to approach and enter the strait of Hormuz.
Earlier an Iranian army spokesman singled out the US when warning against entry into the strait.
“We warn that any foreign armed force, especially the aggressive US army, will be attacked if they attempt to approach and enter the Strait of Hormuz," it added.
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