Iran to block Strait of Hormuz passage for vessels of countries backing US — military

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Iran's military has announced intentions to block passage through the Strait of Hormuz for vessels from countries that support the United States. This assertion underscores Iran's claims of sovereignty over the strategic strait amid escalating military tensions.

Iranian Army Spokesman Mohammad Akraminia also emphasized that the military conflict against the United States and Israel had forced Iran "to use the geopolitical potential of the Strait of Hormuz" and that the Islamic Republic was now "exercising sovereignty" over it