Iran Strikes Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Regional Tensions

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed responsibility for striking an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, citing an 'illegal attempt' to pass through the waterway without authorization.

The Togo-flagged oil tanker, Trend, was allegedly struck on Thursday night. The Associated Press could not confirm the report.

The Revolutionary Guard's navy warned that vessels attempting to pass through the strait without permission would face 'destruction.'