Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz with new maritime zone

Iran’s recently formed Persian Gulf Strait Authority has announced the establishment of a surveillance zone over the Strait of Hormuz. According to the authority’s official account on the social media platform X, Iran has formally defined an administrative and monitoring area for the Strait of Hormuz. Under the announcement, the eastern boundary of this zone starts from the border connecting Iran’s Jabal-e Mubarak and the southern Fujairah region of the United Arab Emirates, while the western boundary extends from Iran’s Qeshm Island to Umm Al Quwain in the UAE. The authority stated that vessels passing through this area will be required to contact the “Persian Gulf Strait Authority” in advance and obtain permission before transit. It is worth noting that the Authority was established after the Iran–Iraq war and the Strait of Hormuz crisis. According to reports, Iran has kept the Strait of Hormuz closed since the beginning of its ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, severely affecting global maritime trade. It is also reported that Donald Trump has said in a statement that negotiations with Iran are in their final stages. However, he warned that further strikes could be carried out if Iran does not agree to a deal. He also stated that he wants to see the Strait of Hormuz reopened immediately. Iran announces new body to oversee Strait of Hormuz operations