Tehran Asserts Sovereignty Over Strait of Hormuz, Calls for Joint Management with Coastal States

Iranian authorities confirmed that regulatory measures concerning the Strait of Hormuz aim to assert national sovereignty in accordance with relevant regional memorandums and agreements. Iranian officials explained that the management of maritime navigation in this vital waterway must involve the coastal states bordering it, emphasizing that any security arrangements must respect the rights and sovereignty of these nations. Sources recalled the historical roots of regional cooperation and non-aggression agreements in the region, which enshrine the principles of respecting territorial integrity and settling disputes peacefully to enhance the shared security framework.