Iran claims sole authority over Strait of Hormuz with Oman

A senior Iranian official has asserted that only Iran and Oman have the right to determine regulations governing the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping routes. The official stated that Tehran is unwilling to accept any role for other nations in managing the strategically vital waterway, according to reports from Reuters.

The Strait of Hormuz, which separates Iran from Oman, serves as a crucial chokepoint through which approximately one-third of global maritime oil trade passes. Control over the strait has long been a point of contention in regional geopolitics, with various international powers maintaining interests in ensuring free passage through the waterway.

Iran’s assertion comes amid broader tensions in the region and reflects Tehran’s position that governance of the strait should remain the exclusive purview of the two nations whose territories border it. The statement suggests Iranian resistance to any international maritime agreements or oversight mechanisms that would involve other countries in regulating traffic through the passage.

The comments underscore the strategic importance both nations place on the Strait of Hormuz and highlight ongoing disputes over maritime sovereignty and shipping regulations in the Persian Gulf region.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.