{
  "id": 11888605,
  "title": "Iran's foreign ministry spokesman: Strait of Hormuz 'main concern' of leadership",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/irans-foreign-ministry-spokesman-strait-of-hormuz-main-concern-of",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T08:48:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Middle East Eye",
    "slug": "middle-east-eye",
    "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irans-foreign-ministry-spokesman-strait-hormuz-main-concern-leadership"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Iran's foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, has revealed that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is the primary focus of truce talks with Washington. Speaking at a news conference, Baghaei emphasized that Tehran's main concern is to reach a solution and restore peace and stability within this waterway. He contrasted Iran's position with Washington's strategy, which he claims is focused on Iran's nuclear file. Baghaei noted that the peace process has been hindered by the volatility and fluctuation of Washington's decision-making. He criticized the inconsistencies in their statements and demands, stating that this issue affects not only Iran but all countries dealing with the United States. In a separate statement, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed any possibility of a military solution or new sanctions to end the conflict. He stated that if Iran's enemies choose a path of military confrontation, their response will be even stronger, and they are ready to defend themselves with increased force. Araghchi reiterated that Tehran remains committed to finding diplomatic solutions while also being prepared to defend itself.",
  "summary": "Iran's foreign ministry spokesman: Strait of Hormuz 'main concern' of leadership Iran's foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, has said that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is the \"main focus\" of truce talks with Washington. Speaking at a news conference, Baghaei said that Tehran is \"focusing on the strait foremost\", and that its primary concern is \"to reach a solution and to have…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 6,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Iran not to reopen Strait of Hormuz until conditions are met, Nournews reports",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/iran-not-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-until-conditions-are-met-nournews",
        "published": "2026-10-04T08:07:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until its conditions are met",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/iran-says-strait-of-hormuz-will-not-reopen-until-its-conditions-are",
        "published": "2026-10-04T08:22:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Middle East Eye",
        "title": "Iran says Hormuz Strait to remain closed until US meets seven conditions",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/iran-says-hormuz-strait-to-remain-closed-until-us-meets-seven",
        "published": "2026-10-04T08:55:24.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Iran says Hormuz will not reopen until conditions are met",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/iran-says-hormuz-will-not-reopen-until-conditions-are-met",
        "published": "2026-10-04T09:45:39.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Iran responds to US proposals on nuclear issue and Strait of Hormuz",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/iran-responds-to-us-proposals-on-nuclear-issue-and-strait-of-hormuz",
        "published": "2026-10-04T09:59:51.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}