Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Iran’s deputy army coordinator, stated that the Strait of Hormuz is under the firm control of Iran’s armed forces. He emphasized that no vessel can enter this strategic waterway without Iran’s permission. Sayyari made the remarks on Friday during a televised program, where he also discussed Iran’s drone deployment capabilities.

He noted that Iranian drones can be prepared for operation in a very short time, even under adverse conditions. According to Sayyari, Iran’s drone technology is highly advanced, and its production is being rapidly expanded. He reiterated that both the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf are under the strong control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy.

The statement underscores Iran’s assertion of authority over key maritime routes critical to regional and global trade, as reported by Tasnim news agency.