Iran vows to maintain open access to Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s UN ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani stated that Tehran does not intend to close the Strait of Hormuz and is committed to ensuring freedom of navigation. This statement follows Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s remarks suggesting the waterway could be closed to exert pressure on Iran’s adversaries. The tension surrounding the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical geopolitical issue in the region.

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