Iran's Revolutionary Guard has announced that it targeted an American oil tanker registered under the Marshall Islands flag, named 'Luis B', in the Gulf waters using a suicide drone. This action is part of a broader pattern of hostilities against U.S. interests in the region, especially following claims of aggression against Iran from Israeli and U.S. military forces.

In a statement released on their official website, the Revolutionary Guard reported that the targeting of the tanker followed its alleged disregard for repeated warnings about maritime laws and the rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, they stated that another tanker named 'Prima' was also attacked earlier due to similar defiance of their instructions. This signalizes not just isolated incidents of military engagement but represents a systematic approach towards maritime control in the region.

The Revolutionary Guard further emphasized that it has maintained control over the Strait of Hormuz for over a week, positioning itself as a gatekeeper in response to escalating confrontations with US and Israeli forces. Their steadfast refusal to allow what they term "hostile" oil tankers and commercial vessels to pass indicates a strategic effort to leverage maritime routes while sending a message of deterrence against perceived threats from adversaries.