Iran has said that a US naval blockade has had little effect on its ability to supply essential goods and food, stressing that domestic production and alternative import routes are ensuring continued food security.
Speaking on Monday, Iran’s Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri said the country remains largely self-sufficient in basic food supplies despite external pressure.
“Despite the US naval blockade, we have no problem in supplying basic goods and food because, due to the size of the country, it is possible to import from different borders,” he said, according to reports carried by AFP.
He added that around 85 percent of agricultural products and essential commodities are produced domestically, claiming this level of local output ensures national food security. The remarks were also reported by Iran’s official news agency IRNA.
Iran has repeatedly highlighted its domestic production capacity in response to international sanctions and maritime pressure in the region, arguing that diversified supply routes through land borders help reduce reliance on maritime trade corridors.
While the US has maintained a strong naval presence in key shipping lanes, Iranian officials say their food supply chain remains stable and resilient. However, independent verification of the full impact of maritime restrictions on broader trade flows remains limited.
The statement comes amid continued geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region, where shipping security and sanctions enforcement remain key points of friction between Tehran and Washington.