11.04.2026 16:40
While negotiations were ongoing, the Iranian army informed the Iranian delegation in Pakistan that a U.S. Navy ship was moving from Fujairah Port towards the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian delegation, relaying the situation to the Pakistani mediators, stated that if the ship continued its course, it would be struck within 30 minutes. Following the threats, the U.S. destroyer, which had halted its movement, began to turn back from the Strait of Hormuz.
During the diplomatic talks between Iran and the USA in Pakistan, military activity was observed in the region.
DURING THE NEGOTIATIONS, A US SHIP MOVED TOWARDS HORMUZ
The Iranian army informed the Pakistani delegation that it had detected a US naval ship departing from Fujairah Port and heading towards the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian side, conveying the seriousness of the situation through Pakistani mediators, warned that the ship would be struck within 30 minutes if it did not change its course.
AFTER THE THREAT, THE SHIP TURNED BACK
Following the stern warning, tensions in the region escalated to the highest level, and the US destroyer halted its advance. After a brief wait, it was reported that the ship, which changed its course, began to turn back, deciding against entering the Strait of Hormuz. This incident once again highlighted that a military conflict was averted on the brink of negotiations in the region.