Iranian Deputy Speaker: The Strait of Hormuz is a "red line" and is entirely under Iranian control.

CoinFeed reported on April 12 that, according to Jinshi, Haji Babae, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Islamic Parliament, warned the United States that the Strait of Hormuz is a "red line" and is entirely under Iranian control, with passage fees payable in rials. A majority of members of the Iranian parliament support plans regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and, according to instructions from the leadership, control of this strategic waterway is non-negotiable under any circumstances.