The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Ali Ozmayi, has declared the Strait of Hormuz completely closed and under full Iranian control. This assertion, made on August 14th, represents a significant statement regarding a vital global shipping lane. The claim comes amid ongoing regional tensions and international concerns over freedom of navigation in the Persian Gulf. No details were provided regarding the mechanics of the closure or any actions taken to enforce it. The statement is likely to escalate existing geopolitical friction and raise concerns among international maritime stakeholders. It remains to be seen how this claim will be responded to by international naval forces operating in the region. Further details are currently unavailable.