Hormuz Strait is heating up! Iran opens a path for "non-aggressors", US-Israel is strongly criticized

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (photo: x @ChinaliveX)

JAKARTA - In the midst of increasingly heated tensions, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian launched a firm signal: the Strait of Hormuz remains open, but not for all parties. Only ships that are not considered "aggressors" are guaranteed to pass safely.

In a telephone conversation with Shehbaz Sharif, Pezeshkian stressed that Iran had prepared security measures and coordination mechanisms for ships that were not affiliated with the United States or Israel.

"Iran ensures the security of this route for parties not involved in the aggression," the statement quoted from the Iranian presidential office as saying.

Iran Guarantees Neutral Ships Can Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz

This attitude emerged after the military escalation between Iran and the US and Israel triggered serious disruptions in one of the world's most vital energy routes. Previously, Iran's representative at the International Maritime Organization, Ali Mousavi, also confirmed that "enemy" ships would not have free access, while other ships could still pass through in coordination.

Tensions have been escalating since February 28, when the US and Israel launched attacks on a number of targets in Iran, including in Tehran. The attacks reportedly caused civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.

Iran did not stay silent. A retaliatory attack was launched on Israeli territory as well as US military targets in the Middle East, accelerating the spiral of conflict which is now directly impacting global energy distribution routes.

The Strait of Hormuz itself is not a regular route. About a fifth of the world's oil supplies pass through this narrow point every day. Any disruption immediately makes the global market uneasy, especially if it touches the level of de facto blockade as it is today.

The impact is starting to be felt. Oil export activities from the Persian Gulf region are disrupted, while global energy market players are now preparing for price volatility that could jump at any time.

With Iran opening a selective lane, the geopolitical message sent is clear: this is not just about navigation, but about position and alliances. The world is now waiting, whether this step will ease tensions, or it will be a new chapter in a more complex conflict.