Iran Releases High-Stakes Video Tracking US Warships in Strait of Hormuz After Trump’s Blockade Demands

TEHRAN / WASHINGTON — In a dramatic escalation of maritime tensions, Iranian state media has released provocative footage showing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) monitoring and tracking United States warships as they transited the Strait of Hormuz.

The release comes at a critical time, following recent statements from President Donald Trump regarding the strategic necessity to secure, and if necessary, block key maritime chokepoints to protect global interests.

A Tense Show of Force

The high-definition video, circulated by the IRGC-affiliated news agencies, appears to be captured by Iranian drones and fast-attack craft. The footage shows a close-range surveillance of a U.S. Navy carrier strike group.Continue reading…