The naval command of that force affirmed in a statement that entry and exit routes through the strait are clearly defined and remain under its absolute control.

“The alternative routes are unsafe and dangerous,” the text noted, reiterating the warning of the possible consequences of passing them. The pronouncement came a few hours after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, in response to any attack by Tehran on ships or the maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump affirmed in a post on Truth Social that as of this moment forward, if Iran attacks any vessel in that waterway with missiles, rockets, drones, or other means, the United States will destroy a bridge or a power plant, even in or around Tehran.

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