The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) released a formal statement warning that any countries providing support to the United States will face consequences. The organization stated that nations aiding what it termed an "aggressor" must correct their behavior or face a "harsh response."

In addition to the warning regarding regional alliances, the IRGC addressed the strategic status of the Strait of Hormuz. The statement asserted that the waterway is under the full control of Iranian naval forces. The IRGC characterized the U.S. presence in the area as that of a "stranger" who has traveled thousands of kilometers to interfere in the region.

This rhetoric follows ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington regarding maritime security and military positioning in the Middle East. While the IRGC claims authority over the Strait, international maritime law generally recognizes the waterway as an international transit passage. The IRGC statement serves as a direct challenge to the U.S. military's current posture in the Persian Gulf and the cooperation of regional partners with American forces.