Iran's armed forces have issued a stark declaration that the nation will establish its own arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting any role for foreign powers in managing the critical waterway.
The statement, reported by Press TV and corroborated by TASS, signals a hardening of Tehran's stance on maritime sovereignty in one of the world's most vital energy chokepoints.
Handelsavisen reported earlier today that the two nations are set to resume talks aimed at finding a mutually agreeable framework for the waterway's operation.
The military's assertion of exclusive authority comes amid heightened tensions over navigation rights and security protocols in the strait.
By framing the issue as a matter of national sovereignty rather than international cooperation, Iranian officials are underscoring their willingness to act unilaterally if diplomatic channels fail to yield acceptable outcomes for Tehran.
This development adds another layer of complexity to ongoing discussions between Iran and Oman regarding the management of the Strait of Hormuz.
Handelsavisen reported earlier today that the two nations are set to resume talks aimed at finding a mutually agreeable framework for the waterway's operation.