Iran's leadership asserts its "legal right" to manage the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, claiming it will secure national interests and end regional instability. An adviser to the Supreme Leader stated this control would ensure national security and mark the end of 50 years of insecurity in the Gulf, amid heightened regional tensions.

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

Conselheiro do líder supremo do Irã diz que a "gestão iraniana do Estreito de Ormuz põe fim a 50 anos de insegurança no Golfo".