On Wednesday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy issued a statement claiming responsibility for actions against seven vessels in the Persian Gulf region. According to the IRGC, four of these vessels were targeted by their forces due to their alleged involvement in illegal oil transfers in the northern Persian Gulf, resulting in the ships catching fire. Additionally, the IRGC reported that three other vessels struck mines west of the Strait of Hormuz.

The IRGC statement framed these operations as part of their mandate to manage and control the Strait of Hormuz. The organization further criticized the United States, accusing the country of inciting vessels to navigate the region in a manner that challenges Iranian authority. While the IRGC provided these details, the report did not identify the specific owners or flags of the seven vessels involved, nor did it provide independent verification of the damage or the nature of the alleged illegal activities. No other international maritime authorities or regional governments have yet confirmed these specific incidents or provided a counter-narrative regarding the status of the vessels.