Event Brief
Oct 13, 2026 at 10:09 PM ET
Centcom rejects Iran's claim of Hormuz control
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
U.S. Central Command rejected Iranian military claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz and would sink approaching U.S. warships. Centcom said the IRGC navy commander “has no navy” and that American forces and regional partners control the strait.
WHO: U.S. Central Command
WHAT: U.S. Central Command rejected Iranian military claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz and would sink approaching U.S. warships.
WHEN: Reported Oct 13, 2026 at 9:27 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Iranian military claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz and would sink approaching U.S. warships prompted Centcom's response.
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