Iran: Bans U.S., Israeli, and European Ships from Passing Through the Strait of Hormuz

March 9, 2026, 9:00 AM
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According to Iranian media reports, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a statement on March 5, declaring that during the war, Iran has the right to control the passage and navigation of the Strait of Hormuz, and explicitly prohibit the military and commercial ships of the United States, Israel, European countries and their supporters from passing through the Strait, warning that they would be hit if found. On the same day, Iran claimed that its naval fighter jets hit a U.S. tanker in the northern Persian Gulf, causing the tanker to catch fire. This series of statements and actions highlights the escalating tensions in the region. However, the Iranian side also clarified through an officer that Iran has not completely closed the Strait of Hormuz, but treats transiting ships normally in accordance with international agreements, and its interception targets are limited to warships disguised as merchant ships. The Strait of Hormuz is the key throat of global oil transport
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