On April 19, 2026, tensions in the Gulf of Oman intensified when the US destroyer USS Spruance engaged the Iranian vessel Touska, which allegedly ignored warnings to stop.
US President Trump stated that the USS Spruance acted decisively to prevent further escalation by damaging the Touska's engine room.
In response, Iran's military has promised a swift retaliation, signaling a potential increase in hostilities in the region.