Iran reaffirms its control over the Strait of Hormuz.

On March 30, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command of the Iranian military issued a statement saying that the country's armed forces are exercising full control over the Strait of Hormuz.

In its statement, the agency emphasized that all vessels wishing to pass through the Strait of Hormuz – including commercial ships and oil tankers – must adhere to designated routes and obtain permits from the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). It also warned of retaliation against any actions by foreign military vessels aimed at interfering with the management of the Strait of Hormuz or obstructing traffic through it.

On the same day, Iran warned it could withdraw from the agreement it is negotiating with the US if Washington does not lift the naval blockade and release Tehran's frozen assets abroad. Tehran confirmed it had not yet approved the final draft of the agreement, although differences between the two sides are now relatively minor.

Meanwhile, US War Secretary Pete Hegseth affirmed that Washington maintains the ability to resume military operations if necessary, while emphasizing that any agreement must meet US demands, including Iran permanently abandoning its nuclear weapons program, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and accepting verification mechanisms.

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Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/iran-tai-khang-dinh-quyen-quan-ly-eo-bien-hormuz-a487343.html