Iran Doesn't Control Strait of Hormuz, Says Israeli Envoy Azar Amid Escalating Tensions

• Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar stated Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz and accuses Tehran of intimidating commercial ships.
• Remarks come as the joint US-Israel strike on Iran enters its seventh day, with incidents reported near Sri Lanka and Azerbaijan.
• Azar highlighted US and Western efforts to safeguard movement through the Strait, noting US strikes have significantly reduced Iran's capability to threaten it.
• Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Dr Saeed Khatibzadeh denied closing the Strait of Hormuz, stating no immediate intention to do so.
• The Strait of Hormuz is crucial for global energy, handling 31% of global oil shipments; disruptions severely impact world oil prices.