Iran Says It Fully Controls Waters East of Hormuz Strait, Vows a Maritime Lesson

Iranian Navy commander Shahram Irani said waters east of the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman are now under Iran’s “complete control.” He said Iran is “around the clock” monitoring the movements of hostile forces outside the region. Irani also said Iranian armed forces remain on high alert under the leadership of the supreme leader, and that Iran will soon give its enemies a major, historic and unforgettable lesson at sea. The remarks were reported by CCTV International News.