"American forces are actively assisting efforts to restore transit for commercial shipping. The rules of engagement for U.S. forces in the region have been changed, allowing them to strike immediate threats against ships that cross the strait."
"Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the U.S. is opening up the strait and has absolute control of the waterway, but will fire only when fired upon by the Iranians."
"The Iranian armed forces warned that U.S. aggressive actions will complicate the current situation and endanger the security of vessels in the Gulf, calling for coordination with the Iranian military for commercial ships."
U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers have transited from the Arabian Sea through the Strait of Hormuz and are currently in the Gulf. CENTCOM stated that American forces are helping restore commercial shipping transit. The rules of engagement for U.S. forces have changed, allowing strikes against immediate threats. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed the U.S. has control of the strait but will only fire if fired upon. Iran warned that U.S. actions could complicate the situation and endanger vessel security.
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