Iran’s military has said Tehran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz could generate “significant” economic revenue and strengthen the country’s international position.
“Our oversight of the Strait of Hormuz will generate significant economic revenues for our country — potentially even doubling our oil income — and will strengthen our influence on the international stage,” military spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said on Wednesday, according to ISNA news agency.
He added that the western part of the strait was controlled by the naval forces of the Revolutionary Guard, while the eastern section was overseen by the Iranian navy.
Iran’s control of the waterway remains a major sticking point in negotiations with the United States, which have yet to produce a breakthrough.
On Wednesday, Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian parliament’s national security commission, said his committee had finalised a plan for the strait.
“Iran intends to use this strategic position as a lever of power through strategic management of the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, according to state television.
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