Iran has warned that countries enforcing US sanctions against it could face difficulties transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to remarks by a military spokesperson carried by local media.

Brigadier General Akrami Nia said any country implementing the sanctions would “definitely face difficulties passing through the Strait of Hormuz,” the Tasnim news agency reported.

He also claimed that Iran had thwarted its adversaries’ goals during the recent conflict, stating that “none of the enemy’s objectives were achieved” and that the country’s political system remained stable.

“Rather, unity and cohesion inside were strengthened, which we still witness with the presence of people in the streets,” he said, adding that the opposing side was “forced to accept a ceasefire.”

Nia further said that during the ceasefire, Iran has reinforced its military capabilities, updated its target list and adjusted both defensive and offensive positions.

Bulk carrier hit by ‘unknown projectile’ off Qatar coast

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported that a bulk carrier was struck by an “unknown projectile” about 23 nautical miles (43 km) northeast of Qatar’s capital, Doha.

According to UKMTO, the impact caused a small fire onboard, which was later extinguished.

No casualties were reported, and there was no environmental damage from the incident, the agency added.

Source: Al Jazeera