Iran has reinforced its authority over the Strait of Hormuz by turning back the Pakistan-bound container vessel SELEN for failing to meet legal transit requirements. Alireza Tangsiri said the ship did not obtain necessary clearance or coordinate with Iranian maritime authorities, which he described as essential for safe passage. The incident highlights growing tensions in the Gulf and Iran’s stricter enforcement of navigation rules in the strategic corridor. Tehran maintains that compliant, non-hostile vessels can pass, but warned ships linked to the United States or Israel may face restrictions, raising concerns over global energy supply routes. Is Pakistan being used a procy against Iran ?
