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But, traditionally, all countries abide by the basic rules.
There is 12 nautical miles of territorial waters from the low water mark of the coast. Territorial waters are exactly as if it was the coastal nation's land. Then an addition 12 nautical miles are understood as coastal waters that are within safety and defensive region of that nation. It can prohibit what UNCLOS calls non-innocent passage. Those are cargo that threaten the nation or strengthen the adversary, from missiles to crates of gold.
So, by established tradition, Iran and Oman's coastal regions extend 8 miles into the opposite nation. But, their territorial (terrestrial waters) waters overlap by 3 miles.
So, it is hot air talking about this being international waters.
If the Persian gulf was connected to the Oman sea by an artificial canal, it would be easier to understand. Nature has handed Oman and Iran this passage, like gold mines in S. Africa and Congo (don't tell the Belgians!).
Thank you , Professor Diesen, I sincerely appreciate the informative discussions you share ! Your experienced guests and your questions add to my understanding of our chaotic world. That you can offer these sessions daily amazes me! Stay well and be safe. Please carry on with your good work.
Iran is not a signatory to UNCLOS, nor is the US.
But, traditionally, all countries abide by the basic rules.
There is 12 nautical miles of territorial waters from the low water mark of the coast. Territorial waters are exactly as if it was the coastal nation's land. Then an addition 12 nautical miles are understood as coastal waters that are within safety and defensive region of that nation. It can prohibit what UNCLOS calls non-innocent passage. Those are cargo that threaten the nation or strengthen the adversary, from missiles to crates of gold.
So, by established tradition, Iran and Oman's coastal regions extend 8 miles into the opposite nation. But, their territorial (terrestrial waters) waters overlap by 3 miles.
So, it is hot air talking about this being international waters.
If the Persian gulf was connected to the Oman sea by an artificial canal, it would be easier to understand. Nature has handed Oman and Iran this passage, like gold mines in S. Africa and Congo (don't tell the Belgians!).