In a letter sent by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it is stated that the country has already taken measures to prevent the use of the Strait of Hormuz by hostile forces. Tehran emphasizes that this maritime route is closed exclusively to "enemy vessels." Ali Musavi, Iran's representative at the UN maritime organization, noted that passage through the strait is only possible with the coordination of security measures with Iranian authorities. He also added that the Islamic Republic is ready to cooperate with the International Maritime Organization to ensure safety in the waters of the Persian Gulf and protect sailors.
After the start of the military operation by the US and Israel against Iran, the country announced a halt to trade in the Strait of Hormuz. This blockade, through which a significant portion of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas passes, has led to a sharp rise in energy resource prices.
Previously, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, stated that the Strait of Hormuz would soon be opened if an agreement could be reached with Iran. He noted that the strait "would be under joint control." However, the press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) characterized these words as part of a "psychological war."
Last week, Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, threatening to destroy power plants if the strait was not opened within 48 hours. In response, Tehran promised to completely close the Strait of Hormuz if the US began attacks on Iranian energy facilities.
