Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) – International Service: According to the US Treasury Department, this entity, known as the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), is responsible for monitoring and managing the passage of ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Persian Gulf Strait Authority, as the legal authority and representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran for managing maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, was established on May 15 of this year. Washington has not yet released further details about the reasons for this sanction or the type of restrictions imposed.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important energy corridors, and a significant portion of the world’s oil and gas exports pass through this strategic route. For this reason, any political or security developments related to this waterway have a wide impact on global energy markets.
The sanctions on this institution come at a time when tensions between Tehran and Washington have increased in recent months over regional issues, Iran’s nuclear program, and the security of shipping lanes.
According to experts, the new US action to sanction the institution related to the management of the Strait of Hormuz is part of Washington’s effort to increase political and economic pressure on Iran in strategic maritime areas.
Studies show that the geopolitical importance of the Strait of Hormuz and its role in global energy security have made this waterway one of the main axes of competition and tension between Iran and the United States. Observers believe that any tightening of restrictions in this area could affect the security and economic equations of the region.