Iran denies reports of US deal on Hormuz Strait
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Iran on Thursday denied that it had reached an agreement with the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz for shipping, according to state media. Iranian officials said the strategic waterway will remain closed until Washington halts its 'hostile actions.'
The Denial
Iran’s Fars news agency, citing a source close to the negotiating team, said reports of an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz were unfounded. Iranian state media did not specify which earlier reports they were referring to.
Strait Closure Conditions
A military source told Fars that the Strait of Hormuz would stay closed as long as the U.S. continues 'hostile actions' against Iran. The source added that vessels may only transit through an officially declared route with a permit from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy.
Rejection of Oman Proposal
Earlier, Iran rejected an Omani proposal for joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, according to the same reports. No further details were provided on the timeline or content of the initiative.
What's Next
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt global energy shipments. It remains unclear whether Washington will alter its posture to meet Tehran’s demand or if the standoff will escalate further.
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Iran denies reports of US deal on Hormuz Strait
