Iran Turns Back Karachi-Bound Vessel At Strait Of Hormuz

Iran turned back the Karachi-bound feeder containership SELEN after it failed to obtain permission to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, the IRGC Navy confirmed. Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri stated all vessels must coordinate with Iranian maritime authorities. The strait, a key chokepoint for nearly 20% of global oil and gas trade, remains tightly regulated.