Iranian Armed Forces: US Interference in the Strait of Hormuz Will Be Met with Retaliation

Odaily reported that, according to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting on the 2nd, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces issued a statement that day, stating that the Iranian armed forces will respond "decisively and swiftly" to any US interference in the Strait of Hormuz.

The statement said that the Strait of Hormuz is by no means a place for the United States to act recklessly. The security and stability of this crucial waterway are a "red line" for the Iranian armed forces. The statement indicated that all oil tankers and commercial vessels wishing to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz must follow the shipping routes designated by Iran. Any failure to comply with or deviation from the designated routes, or any disregard for navigation regulations, will be met with a response from the Iranian armed forces and will endanger the safety of the violating vessels themselves. (Xinhua News Agency)