United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has issued a warning urging civilians in Iran to immediately avoid port facilities where Iranian naval forces are operating.

The statement specifically advises Iranian dockworkers, administrative staff, and commercial vessel crews to stay clear of naval ships and military equipment belonging to the Iranian Navy and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN).

CENTCOM warned that port facilities used for military operations could lose their protected civilian status and become legitimate military targets under international law if utilized by Iranian naval forces.