Iran issues a warning to countries that enforce or participate in US sanctions against it, saying they will face “difficulties” in transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Multiple reports describe the warning as directly tied to how other states handle US pressure related to Iran. The Economic Times frames the message as a list-like warning about countries aligned with the United States, suggesting Iran expects operational complications for them in the region. Sun Online similarly reports Iran’s warning that enforcing US sanctions could lead to problems for those seeking to use the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically important shipping chokepoint for regional and global trade. While the sources vary slightly in emphasis—one referencing countries with the US, the other focusing on sanction enforcement—the core point is consistent: Iran signals that its ability to ensure safe or smooth transit may be affected by other governments’ sanction policies. The reports do not provide specific timelines or detailed measures, and they do not include a direct response from the countries mentioned.