IRGC Claims New Missile Strikes on US Warships Amid Strait of Hormuz Standoff

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed on Saturday that it launched new attacks on US Navy vessels, saying it fired ballistic missiles at an American aircraft carrier and a destroyer, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

The claim comes as a standoff intensifies in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments, amid what Al Jazeera described as a naval blockade situation in the region.

Al Jazeera's report, published as part of an ongoing liveblog covering developments related to Iran, did not include independent verification of the IRGC's claims, nor did it cite any response or confirmation from US military officials regarding the alleged strikes.

The Strait of Hormuz has long been a flashpoint in tensions between Iran and Western nations, given its strategic importance as a passage for a significant portion of the world's seaborne oil trade.

Details regarding the specific vessels allegedly targeted, the extent of any damage, and the broader context of the reported blockade were not fully specified in the available reporting. This is a developing story, and further verified information may become available as the situation unfolds.