‘Spare the sermons’: Iran slams EU over Hormuz stance, calls remarks ‘peak hypocrisy’

Iran has sharply criticized the EU’s stance on Strait of Hormuz transit rules, accusing Brussels of hypocrisy and double standards. Tehran asserts its right to regulate passage, citing self-defense against potential aggression. The EU, however, insists on free passage and warns against transit fees, offering maritime support to ensure open routes amid escalating regional tensions.