I can only see a part of the article but the IGRC have on a few occasions claimed the Strait of Hormuz was restricted or closed. They have also threatened on several occasions that they would close it
during the Iran-Iraq war in the 80's, in response to 2012 sanctions and other times of hostility. The Strait has been a strategic choke-point since the start of global shipping. It will always be a point of contention regardless of who controls it or whom they are fighting. There are several other choke points with similar properties. To do anything about it requires a large military presence including many troops on the ground, on the water and in the air. These troops must remain present to maintain control.
I predict we will see similar issues with the Strait of Malacca once China decides to ride this train.
