In response to the ongoing US blockade of Iranian ports, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has announced new navigation rules for the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime passage for global energy exports. Under these rules, only civilian vessels using routes designated by Iran will be allowed to pass, while military ships are strictly prohibited. The IRGC emphasized that all maritime movement must receive prior authorization from Iranian naval authorities, effectively placing control of the strait in Tehran's hands. This directive follows comments from Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, who criticized US President Donald Trump's stance on maintaining sanctions until a comprehensive agreement with Iran is reached. The IRGC's statement also warned that any violations of the temporary ceasefire could escalate tensions, potentially reverting to a conflict scenario that would disrupt commercial shipping. The Strait of Hormuz remains a pivotal chokepoint for oil transit, with a significant portion of global energy exports passing through it.