By Muhammad Mamman
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it has launched missiles at a United States combat support vessel, claiming the ship was successfully struck in what it described as an ongoing military operation.
In a statement carried by Iranian state media on Saturday, the IRGC said the vessel was targeted in response to what it called “provocative actions” by US forces in the region. It did not provide immediate evidence of damage or casualties.
The statement added that other US naval assets remain “within range of Iranian missiles and drones”, warning that operations would continue as long as Tehran deems necessary.
There was no immediate confirmation from the United States Department of Defense or the United States Navy regarding the alleged strike.
Tensions between Iran and the United States have escalated in recent weeks, with both sides accusing each other of destabilising actions in strategic waterways.
Military analysts say any confirmed strike on a US naval support vessel would mark a significant escalation, raising fears of a broader regional confrontation.
