Iran says 'prohibited zone' extends beyond Hormuz into parts of Arabian Sea
TEHERAN: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday said a new “prohibited zone” would cover waters many kilometres beyond the Strait of Hormuz and apply to ships as far as the Arabian Sea.
TEHERAN: The Revolutionary Guards have announced a new prohibited zone extending beyond the Strait of Hormuz into parts of the Arabian Sea, according to state television. The zone covers waters many kilometers beyond the strait and applies to ships transiting the region. Revolutionary Guards spokesman Hossein Mohebi stated that exact coordinates will be announced later.
If a vessel enters the prohibited area without coordination, it will face sanctions, including the refusal of services such as insurance. Iran has demanded that vessels seek permission to transit the strait and will not resume providing services as in the pre-war system. Iranian forces have already intercepted 10 vessels attempting to cross Hormuz without coordination.
US President Donald Trump reported that American forces have assisted in facilitating the passage of vessels, averaging 30 ships per night. Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei claimed the US helps five or six ships each night, often resulting in collisions. Mohebi suggested the conflict could end if the US stops threats, withdraws Israeli forces from Lebanon, and ends the blockade of Yemen.
He also called for the release of $24 billion in Iran's frozen assets and an end to interference in Iran's nuclear and missile programs. Iran has insisted it will not reopen Hormuz until the US meets its demands.
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