The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says 24 vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours after obtaining permission and receiving security support from the force.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the IRGC Navy's public relations office said that the vessels were able to pass through the strategic waterway following coordination with the force and under its security protection.

The statement said the “smart control” of the Strait of Hormuz is being carried out with authority and vigilance, stressing that "hostile foreign elements" would have no place in the Persian Gulf and the strategic waterway.

Iran imposed tighter controls on traffic through the Strait of Hormuz following the illegal and unprovoked US-Israeli aggression.

The measures were further expanded after US President Donald Trump announced an illegal blockade targeting Iranian vessels and ports.

Tehran says the US measures violate the terms of a ceasefire brokered by Pakistan that took effect on April 8 and was later extended by Washington.

The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly one-fifth of the world's oil supply, making it one of the most strategically important maritime routes.

Restrictions introduced by Iran in April have contributed to sharp increases in global oil and commodity prices.

Iran has said it is prepared to gradually ease restrictions if it receives firm guarantees that US-Israeli attacks will not resume and that sanctions and the blockade imposed by Washington will be lifted.

Iranian officials, however, have indicated that shipping conditions in the strait are unlikely to return to their pre-war status, adding that restrictions will continue to apply to vessels owned by or affiliated with hostile states.

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