Tehran Asserts Sovereignty Over Strait of Hormuz, Proposes Joint Management with Littoral States

Iranian authorities confirmed that regulatory measures in the Strait of Hormuz aim to enforce full national sovereignty over the waterway in accordance with shared regional understandings. Iranian officials stated that the management of maritime navigation in this strategic international corridor must involve the active participation and close coordination of neighboring coastal states, emphasizing that any security arrangements for the maritime passage must respect the sovereignty and legitimate rights of littoral nations. This stance aligns with historical frameworks and regional cooperation pacts directed at establishing security and resolving disputes peacefully within the region.