The sea channels entering and exiting the Strait of Hormuz were closed after the US violated the ceasefire, Al Mayadeen reports citing Tasnim; A new waterway has been designed for the controlled transit of commercial ships
- No ship will be allowed to cross the Strait of Hormuz until the necessary guarantees are provided to completely lift the naval blockade on Iran.
- Strait of Hormuz will remain under the strict supervision of the naval forces of the Revolutionary Guards, and the passage of any military ship is prohibited.
Context
The closure of the sea channels to the Strait of Hormuz is a significant escalation following a violation of the ceasefire by the US. This development may lead to heightened tensions in the region, impacting oil supply lines and likely pushing up prices as shipping routes become constrained. The presence of Iran's naval forces and the prohibition on military vessel passage signal a potential long-term impact on geopolitical stability and global markets.
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