The spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmaeil Baghaei, has stated that vessels from several countries have passed through the Strait of Hormuz with the authorization of Tehran.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the information was released by the TASS agency.
During a briefing broadcast on the SNN channel, Baghaei noted that these countries coordinated with the Islamic Republic of Iran to facilitate the passage of their ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which he claimed demonstrates Tehran's responsible approach to maritime security. The diplomat further asserted that recent regional developments are a direct consequence of the conflict initiated by the United States and Israel in the area.
Baghaei emphasized that Iran reserves the right to take necessary measures to ensure national security and prevent any misuse of this strategic waterway by aggressors and their allies. These comments follow reports from Bloomberg regarding the safe passage of a Pakistani tanker, as well as reports from the NDTV television channel concerning the successful transit of two Indian tankers carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) through the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most vital maritime chokepoints, situated between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. It serves as the primary artery for global oil and gas exports, with approximately one-fifth of the world's total oil consumption passing through the waterway daily. Given its strategic significance, any disruption or heightened military presence in the strait has immediate and profound implications for global energy markets and international security.
