Iran asserts that the Strait of Hormuz is its “greatest instrument of power” and maintains it will not back down from its claims over this crucial waterway. Diplomatic initiatives are ongoing in Doha. Stay updated on the latest developments regarding the conflict in West Asia.
Tehran is steadfast in its stance on the upcoming negotiations. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf reiterated that Iran will not participate in discussions regarding a final agreement until hostilities in Lebanon cease, the US lifts oil sanctions, and frozen Iranian assets are released.
He stressed that Iran will persist in asserting its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as the country’s “greatest instrument of power” and dismissing US allegations of militarization of the vital waterway.
On the ground, tensions remain elevated. Israel reported the killing of another Hezbollah fighter in southern Lebanon, and Israeli media noted that the withdrawal of troops from the Zawthar and Froun pilot zones has been postponed. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also visited southern Lebanon as the security situation along the border continues to be unstable.
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