Iran's Revolutionary Guards have released a new map delineating the portion of the Strait of Hormuz they claim as under their exclusive military authority, according to state media. The zone extends from a western boundary between Iran's Qeshm Island and the UAE's Umm al Quwain to an eastern line linking Iran's Mount Mobarak with Fujairah, with a Guard spokesperson warning that any ship breaching Iranian regulations will be 'stopped by force'.

The announcement follows U.S. President Donald Trump's statement on Truth Social that Washington would guide ships safely out of the strait, citing over two months of vessels being 'locked up' without adequate food or supplies. U.S. Central Command confirmed plans to deploy 15,000 troops, more than 100 aircraft, warships, and drones to support the operation.

Iran's unified military command rejected the U.S. offer, with Deputy Chief of Staff Ali Abdollahi stating that security in the strait is Iran's sole responsibility and warning that any foreign military, particularly U.S. forces, approaching the area 'will be attacked'.

The standoff has left hundreds of vessels and thousands of crew members stranded, with repeated incidents of ship seizures and attacks raising global concerns over maritime safety and energy supply disruptions.

The strait remains under high military alert, with both sides maintaining their positions; Iranian naval forces continue patrols within the newly mapped zone while U.S. forces prepare for potential intervention, with no diplomatic resolution in sight.