The International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council has formally rejected Iran's attempts to impose sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. The governing body condemned Tehran's unilateral move to establish an entity for controlling maritime traffic, urging all member states to disregard these claims and protect the right of transit passage for international shipping.
Why did the IMO Council reject Iran's claims?
The IMO Council rejected Iran's actions because they violate international maritime law and threaten the freedom of navigation. The body stated that Tehran's attempt to establish an entity for controlling traffic through the Strait of Hormuz lacks legal standing. Consequently, the council urged member states not to recognize Iran's assertions of jurisdiction, emphasizing that such measures hamper international transit and undermine global maritime safety.
Iran's response to the decision
Iran, not a party to the UNCLOS treaty, rejected the allegations as politically motivated. Tehran maintains its measures uphold maritime safety and prevent aggression. The IMO Council's decision reinforces the international stance against unilateral interference in the strategic waterway.
