It said one of the tankers caught fire, prompting both vessels to quickly reverse course. "The Strait of Hormuz is our territory, and the brave men of the IRGC Navy firmly control it. The IRGC also warned countries it said were assisting the aggressor, saying they would face consequences if they did not change their conduct. "Countries that are involved in assisting the aggressor, if they do not correct their behavior, will receive a harsh response," it said. The statement comes as the terrorist US CENTCOM announced a fresh round of aggression on Iran on Thursday, as several cities were targeted in the overnight strikes.