Press TV quoted First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref on Tuesday saying Tehran will retain control and management of the Strait of Hormuz and that vessels using the waterway should pay for security services provided by Iran, the presidential office said. Aref said Iran has made major sacrifices to protect its rights in the strait and that without Iranian security services vessels could face risks including sea mines and environmental damage.

2026-06-17

Press TV quoted First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref on Tuesday saying Tehran will retain control and management of the Strait of Hormuz and that vessels using the waterway should pay for security services provided by Iran, the presidential office said. Aref said Iran has made major sacrifices to protect its rights in the strait and that without Iranian security services vessels could face risks including sea mines and environmental damage.