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Iran Harnesses Strategic Power of Strait of Hormuz

According to Mohammad Ali Shabani, editor of Amwaj.media, Iran’s stance on the Strait of Hormuz is centered on its assertion that the waterway remains open, despite leveraging security in the area as a key strategic advantage.
Shabani revealed to Al Jazeera that Iran’s position is based on the claim that no military forces are deployed to block ships from passing through the strait, thereby maintaining its accessibility.
However, Shabani pointed out that the primary obstacle hindering maritime traffic is the reluctance of many shipping insurers to provide coverage, prompting captains to avoid the waterway.
Shabani observed that Iran is employing the Strait of Hormuz as a diplomatic tool to secure concessions from various countries, including those in the Middle East and Europe, through bilateral negotiations.
Notably, the US has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil exports, allowing crude to be shipped to India. Shabani noted that Iran has secured more sanctions relief during the current crisis than through any previous negotiations with the US.
Shabani’s analysis suggests that Iran views the Strait of Hormuz, along with its nuclear and missile programs, as a significant strategic and political asset, which it can utilize to extract concessions from other nations.

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