Statement from Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and Trade Restrictions
Iranian Chief of General Staff Hatemi emphasized that if his country's trade is blocked, no country in the region will be able to conduct trade.
Iranian Chief of General Staff Major General Amir Hatemi reacted to air and maritime restrictions imposed on his country, stating that if Iran is unable to trade, other countries in the region will also be affected, while drawing attention to the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.
Reaction to Restrictions and Regional Security
Iranian Chief of General Staff Major General Amir Hatemi reacted to the air and maritime restrictions applied against his country, stating that insecurity in the region would affect all countries.
Hatemi explicitly stated that if Iran is prevented from trading and living, no country in the region will be able to trade or find peace.
Strategic Importance of the Strait of Hormuz
Arguing that the Strait of Hormuz represents great dignity and honor for Iran, Major General Hatemi emphasized that they will not allow enemy countries to benefit from this strategic waterway.
Military Preparedness Against Possible Attacks
On the other hand, Iranian Army Spokesperson Mohammad Akreminiya claimed that the US and Israel would suffer greater harm in the event of potential attacks against Iran.
Akreminiya publicly announced that the Iranian Armed Forces are in a state of full preparedness against all possible attacks.