In this letter, the Iranian Foreign Ministry noted that the country has taken necessary measures to prevent the use of the Strait of Hormuz by "aggressors" and their supporters for conducting hostile operations against Iran.
Iranian officials emphasized that this maritime route is closed only to "hostile vessels." Ali Musavi, representing Iran at the UN maritime organization, stated that passage through this waterway is only possible with security measures coordinated with Tehran. The Islamic Republic is ready to cooperate with the International Maritime Organization to enhance maritime security and protect sailors in the Persian Gulf region, he added.
In response to the military operation launched by the US and Israel against Iran, Tehran announced the suspension of trade through the Strait of Hormuz. The closure of this important route, through which up to 20% of the world's oil and more than 30% of liquefied natural gas pass, has led to a sharp rise in energy prices.
Recently, US President Donald Trump stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be opened "soon" if Washington manages to reach an agreement with Iran during negotiations. According to Trump, the strait "could be under joint control, possibly under the control of me and the ayatollah."
However, the press service of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commented on Trump's statements, calling them part of a "psychological war."
Last week, Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, threatening to destroy power plants if Tehran did not open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. In response to these threats, Iran promised to completely block the strait if the US begins striking Iranian energy assets.
