Iran Lawmaker Blames Naval Blockade on Southern Port Disruptions

An Iranian lawmaker has accused a naval blockade of disrupting imports through the country’s southern ports.

The statement was made by a member of Iran’s parliament, who said the blockade{source} has adversely affected the flow of goods into the nation via its southern maritime gateways.

The lawmaker’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions over maritime security in the region, though no further details were provided in the brief statement.