Iran Launches Missile Attack on U.S. Navy Frigate

On Monday, Iranian forces allegedly struck a U.S. Navy frigate with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report from Iran's Fars News Agency.

The U.S. military quickly denied the claim, stating that no U.S. naval ship had been hit. The incident occurred as U.S. forces began guiding ships through the waterway, which is a critical transport route for oil and gas from the Middle East.

The missile attack reportedly ignored warnings from Iranian naval forces. The exact location of the alleged missile incident was not specified.

Following the attack, the U.S. frigate was said to be unable to continue its journey and had to turn back to flee the area. This escalation comes after Iran began blocking the waterway near Port Jask, located 200 kilometers from the narrow strait, on February 28.

Iranian military officials warned that U.S. forces would be attacked if they approached the strait, indicating a significant rise in tensions in the region.