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A statement made by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Public Relations department has confirmed reports of an alleged surprise strike on the Duqm Port in Oman, targeting the logistical and refueling facilities used by the U.S. Navy. According to the statement, this marks the third phase of Iran’s response to alleged American aggression following the recent U.S. involvement in the Abraham Accords.
Released on social media, the statement is seen as an official declaration from the IRGC, one of the most powerful military forces in Iran. It commences with a tribute to the collective grief and collective strength of the Iranian people following the recent widespread and massive funerals that unfolded across the country. The tone is assertive and proud, emphasizing Iran’s unwavering determination to counterattack against perceived enemy aggression worldwide.
According to the statement, the third phase of this operation involves targeted strikes against the U.S. Naval base in the Duqm Port, specifically targeting the refueling platforms of U.S. aircraft carriers, which rely on these facilities for logistics support in the area. This statement comes after recent reports of increased military build-up and drills in the Gulf area from the U.S. side, further escalating tensions in the region.
Duqm Port, a key location in the Middle East, hosts a joint naval base between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), providing a significant presence in the region. Oman itself has been trying to balance its position in recent years as a moderate Gulf nation in the Middle East.
Iran has long been critical of the Abraham Accords, calling them an “unproductive and doomed” approach to regional security. In this light, the Duqm attack can be seen as a continuation of the ongoing tensions between these two rival world powers.
The IRGC statement has been met with reactions from regional leaders worldwide, sparking further concern about regional stability. Diplomatic sources in the U.S. and in the region confirm that an investigation is underway to verify the extent to which U.S. Naval facilities were targeted.
Iranian officials have repeatedly emphasized their military capabilities to counter potential threats against the nation and Islamic values worldwide. While the veracity of the statement and the details of the alleged attack remain to be independently confirmed, this declaration from the IRGC underscores the rising regional competition between the two rival forces.