Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says its actions in the Strait of Hormuz are lawful self-defense in response to US aggression.
Baqaei provided additional legal justification, stating Iran's actions fall within "legitimate defense" and that the US use of regional bases to direct aggression gives Iran the right to adopt deterrent measures in its waters.
The spokesman explicitly stated that 'unilateral normalization of transit is not possible' and framed the situation as a 'state of war,' adding that insecurity has deterred insurance companies and cargo owners.
Baqaei specifically named Israel alongside the US as responsible for military actions causing tensions, and provided the date February 28 as when regional security changed.
The spokesman provided a more detailed legal justification, framing Iran's actions as "legitimate defense" and explicitly blaming the US and Israel for the economic and security consequences.
