BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 28. The IRGC Navy announced that maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continues under its direct supervision, warning that any movement outside designated procedures would be treated as a violation.
TurkicWorld r reports that, according to a statement relayed by Iran’s SNN news agency, 26 vessels transited the strategic waterway over the past day after obtaining the necessary coordination and permission from Iranian forces.
“Obtaining permission and coordination for traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is a definite matter, and passing through other routes is considered a disruption and will be dealt with accordingly,” the IRGC said in its statement.
The Iranian military also emphasized that control and management of the Strait of Hormuz rests “solely” with the IRGC Navy, adding that any disruption in the waterway would trigger a “decisive response”.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, with a significant portion of global oil and gas shipments passing through the narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to international waters.
The latest Iranian statements come amid heightened regional tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel, as concerns continue to grow over potential disruptions to global energy supplies and maritime trade routes.
International shipping companies and energy markets are closely monitoring developments in the Gulf region due to fears that any escalation around the Strait of Hormuz could sharply impact oil prices and global trade flows.
