Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said that ships using unauthorized routes in the Strait of Hormuz face risks and interfere with Iran's ability to manage traffic, according to N12 journalist Tomer Almagor. The spokesman added that Iran is fulfilling its commitments under the memorandum of understanding regarding the required steps in the strait.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman issued a statement Tuesday evening warning that ships using unauthorized routes in the Strait of Hormuz face risks and interfere with Tehran's ability to manage traffic, according to N12 journalist Tomer Almagor. The spokesman said Iran is fulfilling its commitments under the memorandum of understanding regarding the required steps in the strait. The statement is the latest in weeks of Iranian official commentary on the strategic waterway. Iran has repeatedly asserted its control over the Strait of Hormuz, with senior officials threatening to attack vessels that cross without permission, as The Zioneer has previously reported. The background includes a memorandum with Oman governing shipping in the strait, which Iran has cited as the basis for its regulations.
3 developments
- StrongIran warns Oman it cannot guarantee Strait of Hormuz security without Tehran's approval, according to source
- StrongIranian chief of staff claims full control of Strait of Hormuz, threatens shipping
- StrongIranian source threatens to attack any vessel crossing the Strait of Hormuz
- StrongIran reiterates Strait of Hormuz transit rules, warns against unofficial channels
Source and signal
- Internal intake