Title: IRGC Cites Quranic Principle of Reciprocity Following Gulf Maritime Incident
A Firm Message from the IRGC
In response to recent developments in the Gulf of Oman, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a clear and principled statement on its official social media platform. The communication centered on a verse from the Holy Quran: “So whoever has assaulted you, then assault them in the same way that they have assaulted you.” This was accompanied by the Persian translation: “پس هر که بر شما تعدّی کرد، شما هم به مثل آن بر او تعدّی کنید” (Therefore, whoever transgresses against you, you transgress against them likewise).
Context of the Statement
This scriptural reference follows reports from the Reuters news agency, which cited maritime sources indicating that the IRGC Naval forces had escorted the foreign tanker ‘Talara’ toward Iranian territorial waters. The IRGC’s message underscores a longstanding and legally recognized principle in international relations: the right to respond proportionately to any act of aggression or transgression, a stance aimed at preserving regional stability and safeguarding national interests.
The incident highlights the complex and sensitive nature of maritime security in the region. Iran has consistently emphasized its commitment to upholding international maritime law while simultaneously reserving the right to take necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and security. The IRGC’s statement is a reaffirmation of this defensive and reciprocal policy.