The operation, conducted in collaboration with the naval
forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army (Artesh), led to the arrest of 17
foreign nationals.
Goudarzi emphasized in a Monday interview that border guards
in Hormozgan province leveraged comprehensive intelligence monitoring,
electronic surveillance systems, and aerial reconnaissance to identify the
vessel Phoenix—flagged under a third country—before it could exit Iranian
waters.
"Through coordinated operational planning with the
Navy, we immobilized and inspected this tanker," he stated, noting the
seizure represents the heaviest financial blow to smuggling syndicates this
year.
The detained suspects have been transferred to legal authorities
in Jask for prosecution.
Goudarzi credited the success to the enhanced
military-defensive synergy among armed forces across Iran’s maritime and land
borders, which has systematically dismantled smuggling networks exploiting
regional waters.
Iran has consistently demonstrated its role in supporting
the security and stability of the Persian Gulf—a vital waterway through which
nearly 20% of the world’s oil flows.
Through the use of advanced monitoring technologies such as
drones and coastal radar, alongside agile maritime units, Iran aims to
contribute to a secure environment that safeguards regional peace, facilitates
global trade, and protects its economic interests.
Iran’s commitment to maritime security extends beyond
combating smuggling. The Islamic Republic has played a pivotal role in ensuring
the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, a
chokepoint through which a significant portion of the world’s oil passes.
Iran’s naval forces have consistently acted to deter piracy and protect
international shipping lanes.
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