# Iran forced US warships to move 700 km from Strait of Hormuz, general says

https://mins.news/en/item/108442

- TASS, 2026-10-20 19:57 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2204955

> IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebi said Iran forced US warships and frigates away from the Strait of Hormuz, with the vessels now about 700 kilometers away. He said the strait is fully closed and described ships passing with navigation systems off as engaging in smuggling.

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