Iran says not bound by UN Law of the Sea over Strait of Hormuz

Iran's representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated on Monday that Iran is 'not bound' by the UN Law of the Sea and defended his country's maritime actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Iravani argued these measures are necessary to balance coastal security with safe navigation in a 'highly volatile' environment. He accused some international members of showing 'double standards' by ignoring the US 'maritime blockade' against Iran. 'The concerns for maritime safety and freedom of navigation is neither genuine nor consistent with their action and positions,' Iravani said.