World : Iran Security Chief Says Strait Of Hormuz To Remain Closed Until US Meets Tehranâs Demands
ISTANBUL, Aug 9 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Iran’s top security official said Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US changes what he described as its hostile policies and meets a set of Iranian demands, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
Iran has set stringent conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, demanding an end to the war, US troop withdrawal, and financial compensation from Washington. This comes as Iran and Oman appear to be nearing an agreement on navigation through the strategic waterway, which is crucial for international trade. Iran's Supreme National Security Council insisted normal shipping would not resume until the US met Tehran's conditions, effectively tying the reopening of the strait to the broader conflict.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reiterated that a reopening would depend on Washington fully accepting Iran's demands, rather than just the outcome of negotiations with Oman. The US is considering exit strategies amidst escalating tensions, with the Joint Chiefs of Staff expressing the need for a way out of the conflict.
Meanwhile, the UAE accused Iran of missile attacks on an ADNOC tanker, further complicating the already volatile situation. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies, remains a key concern as diplomatic efforts continue to restore normal maritime traffic.
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