IRGC Commander Warns Iran Would Block Oil Shipments in Strait of Hormuz if Attacked

An IRGC Navy commander said Iran will not allow any oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz if the Islamic Republic comes under attack. Saeed Siah-Sarani, an IRGC Navy commander, issued the warning on Sunday. The statement underscores longstanding Iranian policy regarding threats to its territory and the vital waterway.

Any disruption there would affect energy markets and international shipping. Iran has previously issued similar warnings during periods of heightened regional tension.

Officials have repeatedly stated that any attack on the country would prompt a response that includes restricting maritime traffic in the strait. The latest comment comes amid ongoing regional instability. Shipping companies and energy traders monitor such statements closely for potential effects on oil supply routes and insurance costs for vessels transiting the area.

No immediate reaction from other governments was reported in the initial statement. The commander's remarks were carried by Iranian state-affiliated media.