Tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz. Commercial shipping through one of the world’s most important energy and maritime routes has declined sharply. The current situation has raised serious concerns in global energy markets and has made the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to safe commercial navigation an increasingly urgent issue.
Political commentator and human rights advocate Ahmad Shahidov, who is currently in Washington DC, says that the prospects of reopening the Strait of Hormuz through military means are low. Shahidov stated that both Iran’s attempt to unilaterally portray the strait as its own territory and any territorial claim by the United States over the Strait of Hormuz would be inconsistent with the norms and principles of international law. According to Ahmad Shahidov, the key issue is not which side gains political dominance over the strait, but how safe and uninterrupted international maritime navigation can be restored.
Ahmad Shahidov believes that resolving the Hormuz crisis through diplomatic means within one month, if possible, would serve the interests of both the region and global energy markets. He said that Azerbaijan should also support a diplomatic solution and contribute to maintaining regional stability and ensuring the security of energy routes. Shahidov emphasized that a prolonged military confrontation around the Strait of Hormuz would serve neither Iran’s interests, nor those of the United States, nor Azerbaijan’s national interests.
