Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalate sharply as Iranian officials issue strong warnings against the U.S. naval blockade. Senior advisor Mohsen Rezaei cautions that American warships could be targeted, while also making provocative remarks about a potential U.S. ground invasion. As President Donald Trump pushes forward with blockade enforcement, conflicting reports emerge over its effectiveness, with maritime tracking data suggesting some ships are still crossing despite U.S. claims. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei insists Tehran remains the guarantor of security in the waterway.