Mohsen Rezaei, a military advisor to the Supreme Leader of Iran, has asserted that Iran’s armed forces will not passively accept the continuation of any maritime blockade against the nation. During an appearance on Iranian state television, Rezaei issued a strong warning regarding maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Rezaei, Iran intends to maintain control over the primary maritime route through the strait, stating that the country will not permit the establishment of alternative routes.
He specifically warned that if the United States deploys warships into what Iran terms an “illegal route” within the Strait of Hormuz, those vessels would be targeted by Iranian forces. Rezaei further accused Washington of violating the terms of a memorandum of understanding, alleging that the U.S. has initiated actions without first consulting the designated disagreement resolution committee.
The declaration underscores a heightened level of tension surrounding the ongoing blockade measures affecting Iranian maritime interests. The statement solidifies Iran’s firm stance on safeguarding its navigational rights. By issuing this explicit warning, Iran signals that its military posture remains prepared to defend its sovereignty and control over its critical shipping lanes.
The rhetoric emphasizes that any external attempt to alter the established passage route through the strait will be met with a forceful response from Iranian military elements.
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