TEHRAN -- Iran remains distrustful of its adversaries and its military remains prepared to defend the country, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said Wednesday, according to state media.

In a televised interview cited by Mehr News Agency, Mohajerani said Iran's armed forces and missile capabilities are ready to protect the nation and support its interests amid ongoing regional tensions.

She reaffirmed Tehran's claim to responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic chokepoint for global oil shipments, and described it as central to Iran's security posture.