Iran & Hamad Akbarzadeh

Iran: Iran has redefined the operational boundaries of the Strait of Hormuz, expanding its control and warning of decisive responses to vessels deviating from designated routes. This action is in response to perceived hostile actions by the United States and Israel.

Hamad Akbarzadeh: Hamad Akbarzadeh, political deputy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, is the primary spokesperson for Iran's expanded definition and control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran: Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a 'vast operational area', significantly increasing its claimed zone of control and military significance.

Hamad Akbarzadeh: Hamad Akbarzadeh, deputy political director of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, announced Iran's expanded definition of the Strait of Hormuz.