Iran rejects US talks and keeps Strait of Hormuz closed over demands
Iran has dismissed claims of peace talks with the United States, insisting the strategic Strait of Hormuz will remain shut until Washington meets seven key conditions.
Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei has dismissed reports of peace negotiations with the United States as a "pure lie", insisting that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets Tehran’s demands. Speaking to Lebanon’s Al Mayadeen TV on Tuesday, Rezaei accused Washington of hyping talks to lower global oil prices.
Rezaei said Iran is awaiting an explicit response to seven conditions for peace talks, including lifting sanctions, ending the US naval blockade, and halting attacks on Lebanon. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi noted that the crucial shipping route could reopen within two days if those demands are accepted.
The comments follow US President Donald Trump’s claims of positive momentum after meeting Qatar’s prime minister. Meanwhile, Iranian forces said three vessels recently struck mines in the strait.
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