Iran warns foreign countries not to create crises in the Strait of Hormuz

According to Xinhua News Agency, British Prime Minister Starmer and French President Macron issued a joint statement on the 3rd, stating that the two countries will cooperate with Oman to ensure the security of its sovereign maritime shipping.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Karibabadi responded on the 4th, stating that the Strait of Hormuz is not a place for external countries to conduct military displays, and Iran opposes any military actions that may affect the safety of this waterway. Karibabadi responded on social media, saying that as the guarantor of security in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran will remain highly vigilant regarding relevant military movements. The security of the Strait of Hormuz should be jointly maintained by the coastal countries, and any actions that create crises will be borne by the relevant parties. He also emphasized that the aforementioned warning "is serious."