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Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stressed that Tehran was in constant contact other stakeholders to develop a mechanism to ensure safe passage for all nations

The Persian Gulf Strait Authority would provide "real-time updates" on Hormuz Strait operations and developments, said Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

The spokesperson noted that Tehran had to take such measures due to the geopolitical tensions amid the conflict in West Asia with US-Israeli coalition forces. | World News

Iran announced a new body to oversee the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, signalling tighter control over the strategic waterway after months of disruption linked to its war with the…

Explore the strategic significance of the Indian Ocean's vital chokepoints, Bab-el-Mandeb and Malacca, for global trade.

Iran has announced it is expanding its control over the Strait of Hormuz into foreign territory, angering neighbouring countries.

Iran is asserting unprecedented control over the strategically critical waterway, with ships reportedly facing screening processes, transit approvals and potential Bitcoin-backed…

...as touts cooperation with Oman, with China & South Korea in direct contact.