Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has declared that all vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz must adhere to routes designated by Tehran. The IRGC warned against utilizing alternative maritime corridors suggested by other nations, deeming such actions “dangerous and unacceptable.” This announcement, reported by Reuters on Thursday, signals a tightening of Iranian control over the critical waterway. Iran has threatened to respond to any ships failing to comply with the new directives. The move raises concerns about potential disruptions to global shipping and increased tensions in the region. This action underscores Iran’s assertion of authority over a strategically vital chokepoint for global oil supplies. The IRGC did not specify the nature of the potential response to non-compliance.