Iranian leaders are strongly repeating that Iran is the main protector of the Strait of Hormuz, an important global shipping route. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told parliament that Iran is working on a new plan to manage the strait. He said the situation will not go back to how it was before, and ships seen as hostile may not be allowed to pass through. At the same time, the IRGC Navy has clearly said that it controls a specific area in the region. Officials are showing that Iran wants a stronger role in managing ship movement in the strait. Overall, Iran is making it clear that it plans to increase its control over the Strait of Hormuz and set stricter rules for ships passing through.