Iran Doubles Down on Strait of Hormuz Closure as Ceasefire Nears Expiration
Iran's chief negotiator reiterated that Tehran will restrict ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, with a ceasefire set to expire on Wednesday.
Key Points
- Iran's chief negotiator called the U.S. blockade 'naive' and a violation of the ceasefire
- Ceasefire between U.S. and Iran set to expire on Wednesday
- Pakistani mediators arranging another round of direct negotiations
Full Details
Iran has doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scramble to extend the ceasefire set to expire on Wednesday. Iran's chief negotiator, Qalibaf, slammed the U.S. blockade as a 'naive decision made out of ignorance' while stating Iran still seeks peace despite deep distrust of the United States. President Donald Trump has pledged to keep the blockade 'in full force' until a deal is reached, and Iran said it received new U.S. proposals with Pakistani mediators arranging another round of direct negotiations. Iran's Supreme National Security Council called the blockade a violation of the ceasefire and said Iran would prevent 'any conditional and limited reopening' of the strait.
Why It Matters
The standoff threatens global oil supply chains, as the Strait of Hormuz handles about 20% of the world's oil consumption, potentially impacting energy prices worldwide.
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