Key facts
- A bill concerning the security of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf has been introduced in Iran's Parliament.
- The bill's introduction occurred on July 14, 2026.
- Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, announced the bill's introduction.
- Azizi stated Tehran is committed to defending its 'red lines' concerning the waterway.
A bill aimed at ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf has been formally introduced in Iran's Parliament. Ebrahim Azizi, who heads the Parliament's National Security Committee, announced the introduction of the legislation, titled ‘Strategic Action for the Security and Sustainable Progress of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.’
Azizi stated on X that the bill's introduction coincided with the reported downing of U.S. drones. He further emphasized Tehran's resolve, asserting that the country remains "steadfast in defending our red lines," particularly concerning the management of the vital waterway.