Pakistan, May 4 -- Iranian state-linked media reported on Monday that two missiles struck a US warship near Jask Island as it attempted to enter the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. The claims have not been independently verified, and the United States has not issued an immediate response. The reports come as fears grow over a wider confrontation affecting global shipping routes.

According to Fars News , the alleged strike occurred after the warship ignored warnings from Iran not to enter the strategic waterway. Iranian state television also claimed that its navy prevented "American-Zionist" vessels from entering the strait. Officials said the incident followed heightened military alerts in the region.

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