Tehran, Iran – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister confirmed that his country has blocked ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz via routes other than those designated by Iranian authorities.
He also stressed that Tehran will continue to take the same measures against any vessel that does not adhere to the approved routes.
Confirmation of continued obstruction operations
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister stated that Iranian authorities intervened to prevent several ships
from using unauthorized routes within the Strait of Hormuz.
He also confirmed that these measures will continue in the coming period.
He explained that Iran considers adherence to designated routes
a fundamental condition for regulating maritime traffic in the strait.
Therefore, any violation will be met with immediate action by the relevant authorities.
Emphasis on adhering to instructions
The Iranian official indicated that his country will continue monitoring the movement of ships transiting the Strait,
emphasizing that all vessels are required to adhere to the guidelines
and routes established by Iran to ensure safe navigation and regulate traffic.
He added that any attempt to circumvent these instructions will be met
with measures deemed appropriate by Tehran, in accordance with its established procedures.
The importance of the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints,
through which a significant portion of global oil and gas exports pass.
Therefore, any developments concerning shipping traffic in the strait are closely monitored internationally,
amidst ongoing regional tensions related to maritime security.
