[Iranian Deputy Speaker: Strait of Hormuz is a 'Red Line,' Fully Controlled by Iran] BlockBeats News, April 12 – According to a report by Iran's Mehr News Agency on April 12, Iranian Islamic Parliament Deputy Speaker Hajji Babaei warned the United States that the Strait of Hormuz is a 'red line,' fully controlled by Iran, and its transit fees must be paid in rials. The report stated that the majority of Iranian parliament members support the plan regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and under the leadership's directives, the control of this strategic waterway is non-negotiable under any circumstances. (Xinhua News Agency)