IRGC Spokesman: Iran Will Continue Control Over Strait of Hormuz

In a statement on Monday, IRGC Spokesman Brigadier General Mohebbi said, "By intervening in the Strait of Hormuz, the United States has placed the security of the world's oil and gas supply at serious risk and must be held accountable." The IRGC spokesperson emphasized that Tehran will not back down from its territorial claims or its oversight of the critical shipping lane, through which a significant portion of the world's petroleum passes. "We continue to enforce our sovereignty and management over the Strait of Hormuz with strength and power," Mohebbi said. "We will compel foreigners and their allies to submit to the will of the Iranian nation."

The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically vital waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, through which about 20% of the world's oil passes. Iran has long asserted its right to control the strait, citing its territorial waters and security concerns. The United States and its allies have conducted naval patrols in the region to ensure freedom of navigation, leading to periodic tensions between Tehran and Washington.

According to Mehr News, the IRGC spokesman's remarks come amid ongoing disputes over maritime security and Iran's nuclear program. The statement underscores Iran's determination to maintain its influence in the region despite international pressure. The report by Mehr News added that the IRGC will continue to monitor and manage traffic through the strait as part of its national security strategy.