Iran’s top security council announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz
Iran has announced the formation of a new body to manage the Strait of Hormuz, which has been effectively closed since the onset of conflict with the United States and Israel. The Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) aims to provide real-time updates on operations in the strait, a crucial route for global oil shipments. This development comes amidst increased tensions and Iran's assertion that maritime traffic will not return to pre-war levels.
- ▪Iran's Supreme National Security Council announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA).
- ▪The PGSA will provide real-time updates on operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Iran has blocked shipping through the strait since the outbreak of war with the United States and Israel.
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Iran’s top security council announces new body to manage Strait of HormuzSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxVessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, on May 18. PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 18, 2026, 06:05 PMUpdated May 18, 2026, 06:05 PMTEHRAN - Iran’s top security body announced on May 18 the formation of a new body to manage the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran has effectively closed and wants to charge ships to traverse.On its official X account, the Supreme National Security Council shared a post for the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) saying it would provide “real‑time updates on the #Hormuz_Strait operations and latest developments”.The account of the Revolutionary Guards navy shared the same post.It was not immediately clear what the new body would…
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