At least 28 ships, including oil tankers and cargo vessels, crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours under the supervision of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, according to an official statement released on Sunday, according to Mehr News Agency.
The IRGC Navy said the vessels were allowed to pass after receiving clearance and were escorted safely through the strategic waterway. The strait, one of the world’s most important النفط routes, lies between Iran and Oman and carries nearly one-fifth of global oil supplies.
According to the statement, Iranian naval forces coordinated the movement of the ships and ensured their security as they moved through the narrow channel. The Guards described the operation as part of their ongoing effort to maintain control and stability in the region.
The IRGC also criticized the United States, blaming what it called the “aggression and mischief” of American forces for rising tensions and insecurity in the Persian Gulf. It repeated its stance that the Gulf belongs to regional countries and should be managed without foreign interference.
Iranian officials said they are continuing what they described as “smart and firm control” of the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasized that ships from “friendly nations” are still able to pass through under a coordinated system with Iranian naval forces.
The movement of 28 vessels in a single day marks the highest number publicly reported since the outbreak of conflict on February 28, which disrupted shipping traffic in the region. The war has raised fears about the safety of one of the world’s busiest and most vital energy routes.
While Iran says the passage remains open under its supervision, the United States has maintained pressure by enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports, adding to the already tense situation in the Gulf.
The latest developments highlight the fragile balance in the region, where global trade, military presence, and political rivalry continue to collide.
