Iran's joint military command has issued a stern warning to all oil tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must adhere strictly to approved routes, or face immediate and forceful action from Iranian armed forces. The command cited the presence of US fighter jets as a destabilizing factor, contributing to insecurity in the vital waterway and threatening regional stability. Non-compliance will result in severe consequences for violating ships.

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Iran’s joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response.”