Tehran mentions US destroyer and missile attack; case comes after Trump’s plan to escort vessels in the strait
Iran claimed this Monday (May 4, 2026) to have prevented United States warships from entering the Strait of Hormuz. The US government the version and said that none of its vessels were hit or blocked.
According to the Iranian Navy, in an interview with state TV (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting), a US Navy destroyer was blocked from accessing the region. The semi-official agency Fars also that a vessel was hit by 2 missiles while sailing in the strait, which would constitute a violation of maritime security.
O responsible for US military operations in the Middle East, disputed the reports. In a post on social media, the organization stated that “no US Navy ships were hit”.
US operation increases tension
The exchange of accusations takes place after the President Donald Trump (Republican Party) announces that the US will begin an operation to escort commercial vessels stuck in the strait. Named “”, the initiative promises to mobilize around 15 thousand soldiers, destroyers with guided missiles and more than 100 aircraft.
Iran reacted and said it controls the Strait of Hormuz and will attack “any foreign armed force” that tries to enter the area, “especially the American army”. The statement was made by Major General Ali Abdollahi, according to IRIB.
Crisis affects global trade and generates negotiations
The Strait of Hormuz has traffic weeks ago due to the conflict between the two countries. According to the International Maritime Organization, around 2,000 ships and 20,000 sailors remain stranded in the region.
The maritime route is considered strategic for global trade. According to the US Central Command, approximately a quarter of the oil transported by sea passes through the strait, in addition to relevant volumes of fuel and fertilizers.
Despite the military escalation, there are signs of negotiation. Iran a peace plan to the USA, with proposals that include the withdrawal of American forces from the region and the end of the naval blockade. Washington’s response has not been officially confirmed. Pakistan acts as an intermediary in the negotiations.
