Iranian military says it has implemented effective control of the Strait of Hormuz

On March 24, a spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces 'Hatam Anbia Central Command stated that Iran had taken the initiative in the Persian Gulf and related waters in the Gulf of Oman and exercised effective control over the Strait of Hormuz. The spokesman said that based on its current control capabilities, Iran does not need to lay mines in the Persian Gulf, but will take all means to ensure security when necessary. He also said that the Iranian armed forces have the ability to maintain security in the Persian Gulf with the cooperation of regional countries, and foreign countries have no right to interfere. (CCTV News)