Iran sets conditions for Hormuz transit
Tehran says safe passage depends on compliance rules
Iran told the International Maritime Organization that vessels not linked to what Tehran calls the aggressors can transit the Strait of Hormuz safely if they refrain from supporting hostile actions and comply with safety regulations set by Iranian authorities, Iran’s IMO representative Ali Mousavi said after meeting IMO Secretary‑General Arsenio Dominguez in London. Mousavi reiterated that Iran has maintained control over the strategic waterway since the start of the US‑Israel campaign on February 28, and argued that regional insecurity stems directly from what it described as destabilizing measures by the United States and Israel.
He insisted the strait is not closed and navigation continues, but warned that passage depends on observance of Iran’s declared safety and security rules; ships, equipment or assets linked to the aggressor parties will not be granted innocent or non‑hostile passage, he said. Mousavi framed Iran’s measures as legitimate self‑defense intended to prevent abuse of the strait and to protect ships and sailors, and urged that any regional maritime security plans must respect Iran’s rights and interests.
The US has proposed naval escorts and sought a coalition to secure the strait, but most allies have not committed forces.
