L’Iran annonce 5 « pays amis » autorisés à utiliser le détroit d’Ormuz

India – Surprising inclusion; reflects New Delhi’s diplomatic balancing act
Iraq – Neighbor with shared economic/security tiesPakistan – Longstanding regional ally
(Unconfirmed reports suggest Bangladesh may also be included)
 Key condition: Even “friendly” ships must obtain prior approval from Iranian authorities.
 Why Now? Iran’s Calculated Moves
1. Sovereignty Assertion
Iran frames the strait as a “war zone” where “hostile nations” (read: U.S., UK, Israel, Saudi Arabia) forfeit passage rights.
This defies the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which guarantees innocent passage through international straits.
2. Economic Leverage
By controlling oil/gas flows, Iran pressures global markets:
→ Brent crude spiked to $104/barrel
→ Fertilizer shipments (critical for global food security) disrupted
Proposed “security toll” could fund Iran’s economy amid sanctions.
3. Diplomatic Realignment
Rewarding non-Western allies (China, Russia, India) weakens U.S.-led coalitions.
India’s inclusion is strategic: Tehran values New Delhi’s neutral stance and oil purchases.
 Global Reactions & Risks:
Global Reactions & Risks
Stakeholder
Response
Concern
U.S./NATO
Condemnation; naval patrols likely
Violation of international law; energy blackmail