Iran's top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, has declared that the nation will not permit the United States to intervene in the management of the Strait of Hormuz.
The statement, reported by multiple wire services, marks a hardening of Tehran's stance on the critical waterway, which handles a significant portion of global oil shipments.
The declaration comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with Iran's armed forces previously warning that any unauthorized US military interference would be met with a swift and decisive response.
This rhetoric adds to the existing risk premium on energy markets, as traders assess the potential for disruptions in one of the world's most vital shipping chokepoints.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point for geopolitical risk, with any escalation threatening to disrupt energy flows and drive up freight costs.
The latest statement from Iran's military command underscores the ongoing volatility in the region and the potential for further disruptions to global trade routes.