Tasnim noted that continuation of naval blockade means continuation of hostilities, adds Iran will not reopen Strait of Hormuz until the maritime blockade continues and will break the blockade by force if necessary

This headline underlines a critical escalation in regional tensions, with Iran threatening to use force to break a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Given the strategic importance of this waterway for global oil transport, such actions could significantly impact crude prices, tightening supply and heightening geopolitical risk in energy markets.