Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Reopen if US Withdraws
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen if the US leaves the region, with army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia calling for regional cooperation on security and warning that Washington could be forced to withdraw.
Iran has reiterated its position on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, linking the waterway’s status to the continued US military presence in the region.
In a post on the US-based social media platform X, Iranian Army spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia said the reopening of the strait depended on the United States leaving the region.
“If America leaves the region, the Strait of Hormuz will open, collective security will be ensured with the participation of regional countries, and the global economy will improve,” Akraminia said.
The Iranian spokesperson also warned that if the United States did not leave the region, Iran would force it to withdraw.
Strategic Waterway for Global Trade
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, making it one of the world's most strategically important maritime chokepoints.
The waterway is particularly significant for global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments. Any disruption to vessel traffic through the strait could affect energy supplies, shipping costs and international trade flows.
Developments affecting maritime security and freedom of navigation in the region remain a key concern for energy markets and the global shipping industry.
