U.S. military denies Iran's claim of striking Navy vessel in Strait of Hormuz
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By Ashley Fowler
Published on May 4, 2026.
The U.S. military denies claims that Iran struck a Navy vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that no U.K. Navy ships have been struck. This comes as the United States offers to guide commercial ships through the strait, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began. The initiative, announced by President Donald Trump, might involve guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 aircraft and 15,000 service members. Iran has responded by calling it a violation of a ceasefire that has been in place for over three weeks. The United Arab Emirates accuses Iran of targeting a tanker with two drones while the United Arab States has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports since April 13.
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