Iran lawmaker says naval blockade is disrupting imports through southern ports

An Iranian lawmaker said imports through the country’s southern ports are facing challenges because of the naval blockade.

Abbas Soufi, deputy chairman of parliament’s Construction Committee, said the entry of goods through southern ports had been affected by maritime restrictions.

His remarks point to growing economic pressure on Iran’s trade routes as the blockade and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain central to Tehran’s dispute with Washington.