Iran reviews bill to reinforce control over Strait of Hormuz

An Iranian lawmaker said parliament is reviewing draft legislation aimed at reinforcing Tehran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the issue extends beyond economic considerations to encompass security, military, geopolitical and diplomatic dimensions.

Abbas Soufi, deputy chairman of parliament’s Construction Committee, told Iranian media that the Strait of Hormuz is among the world’s most strategic maritime routes and plays a central role in Iran’s economy, security and regional standing, according to Iran International.

Soufi said the waterway has taken on increased importance following the war, arguing that the Islamic Republic’s control over it has been strengthened by its armed forces.

He described the strait as a vital artery for Iran’s economy and a tool of deterrence, adding that in the post-war environment it could serve both as a defensive shield and as a strategic economic asset.

According to Soufi, lawmakers are examining a three-urgency bill focused on asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz. He said the proposal must be assessed from legal, economic, security and international perspectives.

He added that several parliamentary bodies should be involved in the review process due to the bill’s wide-ranging implications, including the Construction Committee, Economic Committee, National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, and the Legal and Judicial Committee.

By Tamilla Hasanova