Iran has stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for international shipping, but vessels linked to “enemy nations” will not be allowed passage. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions with the United States and Israel.

Ali Mousavi, Iran’s U.N. maritime agency representative, emphasized that Tehran is committed to maritime safety while restricting ships associated with nations it views as hostile.

The remarks were made before U.S. President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum to target Iranian power plants if the strait was not fully open, underscoring the risk of escalating conflict in the Gulf.

Iran said it would coordinate with the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to ensure the safety of vessels not linked to “enemy nations,” allowing commercial and neutral ships to pass safely.

Mousavi stressed that diplomacy remains Tehran’s priority, but he blamed ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks as the main cause of the current strait tensions.

The situation continues to raise concerns over global oil and gas supplies, as the Strait of Hormuz handles roughly one-fifth of the world’s energy shipments.