CENTCOM warns civilians to avoid Iranian ports along Strait of Hormuz used for military operations
US Central Command cautioned that Iran is operating military vessels and equipment within civilian ports along the Strait of Hormuz, threatening international shipping and endangering innocent lives.
CENTCOM warned that civilian ports used for military purposes lose their protected status under international law and become legitimate military targets, urging dockworkers, administrative staff, and commercial vessel crews to stay away from Iranian naval vessels and equipment.
American forces said they would continue taking all feasible precautions to limit civilian harm.