In response, Tehran began striking US facilities in the Middle East located in Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Oman

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced targeting "two offending oil tankers" attempting to travel through the Strait of Hormuz.

IRGC warns of sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns for shipping safety. 60 ships transiting daily by July 31, 2026 at 1.8% YES.