LIVE, Middle East War: Iranian Army Claims US Naval Blockade is "Illegal" and Constitutes an Act of "Piracy"

The Iranian army described the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as "illegal" and an act of "piracy," accusing the United States of violating international law. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles also criticized this decision, calling it senseless. Meanwhile, China called for unhindered navigation in the region, emphasizing the importance of the Strait of Hormuz for international trade.