Video: Iran’s UN envoy says Tehran ‘not bound’ by UN Law of the Sea
Iran’s representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated on Monday that Iran is “not bound” by the UN Law of the Sea and defended his country’s maritime actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iravani argued that these measures are necessary to balance coastal security with safe navigation in a “highly volatile” environment. He also accused some international members of displaying “double standards” by ignoring the “maritime blockade” imposed by the United States.
“The concerns for maritime safety and freedom of navigation is neither genuine nor consistent with their action and positions,” said Iravani.
Iran’s representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated on Monday that Iran is “not bound” by the UN Law of the Sea and defended his country’s maritime actions in the Strait of Hormuz pic.twitter.com/up9OgJfZEE
— Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) April 28, 2026