Hormuz Strait to remain shut until US meets interim deal conditions, Iran says
An interim US-Iran deal signed in June quickly unravelled over a dispute about control of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States adheres to the terms of an interim deal, according to Iran. President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that no talks or meetings between the US and Iran are currently taking place, but confirmed that the shipping route is open. However, Iran asserts that the Strait will remain shut until the US lifts its blockade of Iranian ports, oil sanctions, releases frozen assets, and ends threats and military operations.
Top Iranian negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf made these remarks on Tuesday. Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and special envoy, expressed optimism about ongoing talks but declined to provide details, stating only that the discussions among US and Iranian officials are more vigorous than ever. The conflict between the US and Iran, which began with attacks launched by both nations on February 28, continues to escalate, with Iran considering a fully defensive military stance due to stalled negotiations.
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