Iranian Revolutionary Guard: Absolute Control Over the Strait of Hormuz Achieved

Odaily Odaily News On the 28th local time, the deputy commander of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy stated that Iran has achieved absolute control over the Strait of Hormuz and demanded that passing ships pay a toll. He emphasized that the territorial sovereignty of the Strait of Hormuz is inviolable and that foreign vessels passing through this waterway must comply with Iran's established rules, including using Persian for communications. He stated, "Without the order of the Supreme Leader and the will of the people, Iran will never allow even a single liter of oil to flow out of the strait." He also mentioned that the Iranian military is currently "with its finger on the trigger" and on high alert. He claimed that the US military's hegemony in the Persian Gulf has ended and reiterated Iran's ability to counter any form of maritime blockade. (CCTV News)