Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has released a new map showing what it describes as areas under Iranian control in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the already volatile waterway. The move comes amid heightened military warnings and rising regional instability linked to maritime security.
According to Iranian state-linked media, the map highlights a line between Iran’s Koh-e Mobarak area in the south and Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates. The depiction appears to assert operational control and monitoring authority over key parts of the strategic sea route.
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Earlier, Iranian military authorities had instructed commercial vessels and oil tankers to coordinate their movements through the Strait of Hormuz with Iranian forces. Officials warned that unauthorized navigation could be considered a security threat in the region.
the irgc navy has defined the strait of hormuz maritime zone under iranian military control. the area extends from mount mobarak to fujairah in the south, and from qeshm island to umm al quwain in the west, asserting full authority over this vital global energy chokepoint. pic.twitter.com/0sodow6IZi
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) May 4, 2026
Iranian commanders have repeatedly stated that the Strait of Hormuz is under their control and that foreign naval forces, particularly the United States, should avoid approaching the area. They warned of a strong response to any perceived violation or military intrusion.
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The latest development adds to rising tensions in the Gulf, where concerns over shipping security and energy supplies remain high. Analysts say continued escalation could further disrupt global trade flows, as the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for international oil transport.