U.S. strikes on Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz prompted Iranian retaliatory attacks on commercial vessels and a high-profile social media campaign from both capitals. Transit figures, casualty reports and control of the waterway remain disputed.
The spokesman for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned the American terrorist army: "Continuing these actions will result in strikes by the Islamic Republic of Iran's armed forces against American military vessels."
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