Iran shut the strategic Strait of Hormuz following an IRGC strike on an unauthorized vessel, prompting US demands to halt attacks and ensure unrestricted maritime access.

July 12 (Reuters) - Iran's Revolutionary Guards navy said early on Sunday it had closed the Strait of Hormuz until further notice after firing a warning shot at a vessel it said…

The regime added that if the 'enemy' used the incident as a pretext to attack, it would be met with a 'severe response.'