[Iranian Government Spokesperson: Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed, Illegal Passage of Vessels Will Face Punishment] Reported by Jinse Finance, on July 15, the Iranian government spokesperson stated: The United States has violated fundamental humanitarian values and established principles of international law. Iran will never allow the U.S. to interfere in the management of the Strait of Hormuz. We warn countries in the Persian Gulf region that cooperating with Washington is equivalent to declaring war on Iran. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, and vessels attempting illegal passage will face punishment.