16 APR 2026
IranPersian Gulf

Iran threatens to sink US ships in Gulf

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 11:43 UTC · 1 source

Senior Iranian officials have escalated their rhetoric against the United States, declaring that Iran can sink all US ships within missile range in the Persian Gulf if necessary. This threat comes amid heightened tensions following the US naval blockade of Iran and recent military exchanges. The statement underscores Iran's perceived capability and willingness to directly target American naval assets in the region's critical waterways.

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TGMonitorXview11h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 11:43 UTC · First reported: 11h ago