Tehran [Iran], April 29 (ANI): The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has issued a sharp warning to Washington, claiming that the elite force is prepared to employ unconventional methods should tensions escalate further.
According to Iranian media outlet Press TV, Mohammad Akbarzadeh, deputy for political affairs of the IRGC Navy, said the maritime force has “surprise tactics” in store for the United States if it makes any new miscalculation.
The warning underscores an escalation in military rhetoric, as the IRGC Navy signals its readiness to respond to any perceived aggression. Akbarzadeh further indicated that, in the event of fresh U.S. military action against Iran, the IRGC Navy would deploy its newly developed capabilities.
These comments come amid a series of strategic maritime developments in the region, with Iranian officials repeatedly asserting that their naval forces have modernized their hardware and operational strategies to counter foreign military presence in nearby waters.
The military posturing coincides with a firm diplomatic stance from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has voiced dissatisfaction with Tehran’s recent diplomatic overtures. The president said Washington will not advance negotiations unless the nuclear issue is addressed directly, adding that Iran had indicated it was in a “state of collapse” and was pushing for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible.”
During his remarks, Trump highlighted the global security risks associated with Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, warning that if Iran were to obtain nuclear weapons, “the whole world would be held hostage.”
The rejection follows a proposal from Iran focused on an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and the restoration of traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, while seeking to postpone discussions on its nuclear program, missile technology, and existing sanctions.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been engaged in diplomatic outreach, including a visit to Islamabad and a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, in an effort to secure international backing.
Regional powers have also voiced opposition. In a meeting held in Saudi Arabia, leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), convened under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, formally rejected what they described as Iran’s “illegal actions” regarding the closure of the strait and threats to maritime passage.
The GCC summit, which included senior representatives from Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE, called for the restoration of “security and freedom of navigation” to pre-conflict levels. The bloc also advocated enhanced military integration, including shared infrastructure and a ballistic missile early warning system.
As regional and international pressure mounts, a report by The Wall Street Journal indicated that the U.S. administration is preparing for a prolonged period of economic confrontation. Trump has reportedly instructed his team to develop plans for a sustained blockade of Iran, aimed at restricting maritime access to its ports and curbing oil exports.
According to the report, the president views the blockade as a more effective and lower-risk alternative to a renewed aerial bombing campaign or a policy of total disengagement, signaling a shift toward a long-term strategy of economic pressure. (ANI)
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