Iran’s proposed Hormuz 'restricted zone' responds to US pressure, analyst says

Iran is announcing a new restricted maritime zone extending from the U.S. Navy blockade to the Persian Gulf, threatening sanctions for ships entering it. This follows U.S. strikes on Iranian oil ships. Simultaneously, Iran is finalizing a shipping route agreement with Oman. Experts suggest these moves are reactions to U.S. pressure, balancing military asymmetry with political leverage.