Iran’s Fars News Agency reported that two missiles struck a US Navy warship near the Strait of Hormuz. Local sources said the attack occurred close to Jask Island after the vessel allegedly ignored warnings from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard forces. The report claimed the ship had been ordered to stop but did not comply. Al Jazeera noted that the US side has not yet confirmed any details about the incident.

The strike took place as US President Donald Trump announced the launch of “Project Freedom” on Monday, an operation aimed at ensuring the safe passage of ships stranded in the Hormuz Strait. According to the US Central Command, the mission will involve around 15,000 troops, more than 100 land and naval aircraft, as well as warships and drones.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy transit route, and analysts fear that the latest escalation could significantly affect international markets and regional security conditions.