On May 20, the PGSA stated via social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that the eastern boundary of the controlled area will be defined by a straight line connecting Iran's Kuhe Mobarak and Fujairah in the southern United Arab Emirates (UAE). The western boundary will connect the tip of Iran's Qeshm Island to Umm al-Quwain in the UAE.
The authority emphasized that all vessels intending to transit the Strait of Hormuz through this controlled area must coordinate in advance and obtain official permission.
Earlier, on May 18, the PGSA introduced itself on X, stating, "The authority is a regulatory body responsible for managing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and serves as the legal representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran."
It further warned, "Navigation within the designated area of the Strait of Hormuz, as established by Iranian military authorities and government officials, must be coordinated with this agency in advance, and unauthorized passage will be considered illegal."
Reports from AP and CNN indicated that the Iranian government aims to formalize its control over the Strait of Hormuz with the establishment of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, which was announced on May 7.
CNN reported that the authority has mandated the completion of a 'Vessel Information Declaration' form for all vessels to ensure safe navigation.
According to a document obtained by CNN, the form consists of over 40 items, requiring details such as the vessel's name and identification number, country of departure and destination, owner and operator information, crew nationality, and cargo details. Past names of the vessel must also be included, and this information must be submitted to Iranian authorities via email prior to passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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