31.01.2026 07:51
As tensions remain high in the US-Iran standoff, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) issued a warning regarding the Iranian military's planned firing activity in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. The statement emphasized that Iran should "avoid actions that would escalate tensions" in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, US media also claimed that the US would strike Iran on Sunday.
As tensions between the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump and Tehran reach a boiling point, the American press has suggested the possibility that "an attack on Iran will begin on Sunday." Following this claim, tensions escalated further, and ahead of the Iranian army's firing activity in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) issued a "security warning."
U.S. TO IRAN: AVOID ACTIONS THAT WILL INCREASE TENSION
In a statement from CENTCOM, it was expressed that Iran "should avoid actions that will increase tension" in the Strait of Hormuz.
EXERCISE WILL START ON SUNDAY AND LAST FOR TWO DAYS
In a statement referring to the firing activity that will start on Sunday in the Strait of Hormuz and last for two days, it was stated, "CENTCOM recommends that the naval exercise announced by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps be conducted safely, professionally, and in a manner that does not jeopardize the freedom of navigation of international maritime traffic." The statement highlighted the importance of the Strait of Hormuz for international maritime trade and noted that Iran should refrain from any actions that would escalate tensions in this region.
IRAN HAD PUBLISHED A NOTAM
Iran had published a NOTAM due to military firing activities in the airspace around the Strait of Hormuz, indicating that military firing activities would be conducted in the area.
It was reported that the military activity would take place within a circular area with a radius of 5 nautical miles from January 27 to 29, and that the airspace from ground level up to 25,000 feet in that area would be considered restricted and dangerous during the exercise.
CLAIM THAT THE U.S. WILL ATTACK IRAN ON SUNDAY
On the other hand, following U.S. President Donald Trump's threat that "I set a deadline for the agreement. If we make an agreement, that would be good; if we can't, we will see what happens," new claims regarding this date emerged from the American press.
According to a report in Dropsite News, senior U.S. officials informed an allied country in the region that Trump might approve an attack on Iran this weekend. The report, which cited multiple sources, stated that attacks on Iran would begin on Sunday.
"TARGET IS THE REGIME"
According to another claim in the report, a former intelligence official who unofficially advises the Trump administration on Middle East policy stated that "the issue is no longer about nuclear or missile programs, but about regime change."
"IRANIAN LEADERSHIP WILL BE TARGETED"
Accordingly, the attack will target not only nuclear and ballistic missile facilities and military targets but also the Iranian leadership. The unofficial advisor conveyed that the Trump administration believes, "If this attack is successful, the Iranians may take to the streets again, and thus the government could be overthrown." CENTCOM declined to comment on this news.
TRUMP: WE WILL SEE WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE IS NO AGREEMENT
President Trump also evaluated the agenda regarding Iran during a signing ceremony at the White House yesterday, stating, "We are sending a large number of ships to Iran. I hope we can make an agreement. If we make an agreement, that would be good; if we can't, we will see what happens."
The U.S. President also mentioned that the American fleet heading towards Iran is larger than those sent to the Caribbean for Venezuela. Trump stated that he is in contact with Iran and that he managed to halt numerous executions last week, saying, "I can tell you that Iran really wants to make a deal."
When asked by a reporter, "Are you giving Iran a deadline to reach an agreement?" Trump replied, "Only they know that."
HAMENEY'S ADVISOR: THE RESPONSE MAY TARGET ISRAEL'S DEPTHS
Ali Shamkhani, an advisor to Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, emphasized that they could target Israel in the event of a possible conflict. Shamkhani stated, "Our message is very clear. There will be an effective and deterrent response to any hostile action. Iran's response may include targeting the depths of the Zionist regime." Claiming that they have detailed information about "the enemy's plans for attacks on Iran," Shamkhani said, "We will strike at points that will neutralize those plans."
U.S. IS BUILDING UP IN THE GULF
On January 28, Donald Trump stated on his social media account that a massive Armada (a large naval force belonging to the U.S. Navy) is advancing towards Iran, calling on the Tehran administration to make an agreement, warning that otherwise a worse attack would be organized.
Trump pointed out that this Armada is larger than the fleet sent to Venezuela, led by the "USS Abraham Lincoln" aircraft carrier, stating, "The fleet is ready, willing, and capable of carrying out its mission quickly and violently if necessary, just like in Venezuela."
CENTCOM also announced that the "USS Abraham Lincoln" aircraft carrier strike group has been deployed to the Middle East to support regional security and stability.