# Iran’s Navy to continue defending country’s interests in Strait of Hormuz — commander

https://mins.news/en/item/28582

- TASS, 2026-08-21 15:46 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2176227

> Iranian Navy commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the Navy maintains a strong presence in the Strait of Hormuz and other Gulf straits. He says it will defend Iran’s national interests and security against enemy attacks and prevent adversaries from approaching.

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