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Iran IRGC unveils new rules to tighten control of Strait of Hormuz and Arabian Gulf
International
Published on 2 May 2026
The guard’s new rules could reshape warship access
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says it is issuing new rules to strengthen its control over the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for global energy shipping. The announcement also aligns with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s criticism of foreign military presence, calling US bases ineffective and signaling tougher regional posture.
- IRGC announces tighter control measures for key waterways
- The Strait of Hormuz remains central to the regional power play
- Khamenei criticizes foreign military presence and US bases
- Move suggests Iran aims to assert dominance in the region
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