Iran has sealed its claim of ownership of the Strait of Hormuz by seizing ships

Rising tensions between Iran and the US have once again brought the Strait of Hormuz into the global spotlight, where recent ship seizures and attacks have further escalated the situation.
According to Al Jazeera, Iran seized two foreign container ships on April 22, while another ship was fired upon, after the US had also seized an Iranian ship, which Iran termed 'maritime piracy'. Al Jazeera reported that the Strait of Hormuz is now practically under the control of both countries, but Iran has effective control, after Iran imposed restrictions on the passage in early March, stating that only ships with its permission could pass through the strait.
Iran has reportedly collected its first toll tax from a ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz, initially, Iran had only imposed restrictions on 'enemy countries' ships, however, after the US imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports on April 13, Iran has increased its strictness on all foreign ships. The US claims it has so far forced 31 Iranian or Iran-linked ships to change course, while Iran has maintained that as long as its oil exports are not lifted, free movement in the Strait of Hormuz is not possible.
According to experts' opinions published in Al Jazeera's report, the situation between the two countries has become a series of 'retaliatory actions', where every step increases the risk of further confrontation, and the tension can turn into a major crisis at any time. It is worth noting that despite the recent conflict, Iran's oil exports have increased, and in the past month, it has earned approximately $4.97 billion, which is 40% more than before the war. According to international media reports, analysts say the current situation is like a 'dangerous game' where neither side is willing to back down, and this approach can pose a significant threat to global peace and economy.