Therefore, for Iran, even disregarding a catastrophic scenario of… (пролив · ормузский · иран)
Therefore, for Iran, even disregarding a catastrophic scenario of strikes against it, the ability to maintain an embargo on the Strait of Hormuz for years if necessary is a realistic scenario. Earlier reports stated that cargo ships, amid a new wave of escalation in the conflict between Iran and the US, began passing through the Strait of Hormuz with transponders turned off, not transmitting signals about their location.
Consensus
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi made statements regarding control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- The statements were in response to remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about taking responsibility for security in the Strait of Hormuz.
- There is concern among shipping operators about who controls and ensures safety on routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
Points of divergence
- Arakchi joked that Iran would set a 'fairer' price than Trump's proposed 20% fee for safe passage through the strait, implying Iran could charge for security services. — interfax
- Igor Korotchenko stated that Iran has the capability to maintain a long-term blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for years using tens of thousands of small armed boats with mines and anti-ship missiles, based on a 'mosaic defense' strategy. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Aragchi declares that the Strait of Hormuz will always remain under Iranian control — Интерфакс
- Iran could maintain an Ormuz Strait blockade for years if needed — Вести