According to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi, the strategic Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the United States halts its blockade and accepts Tehran’s conditions for a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Press TV reported on Thursday that military forces have been pushed back, leaving the crucial waterway under Iranian control.
Strait of Hormuz Closures and Regional Military Positions
Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi stated that no enemy military vessels currently remain inside the Persian Gulf, with all warships having retreated at least 400 kilometers from the strait, according to Press TV. From a territorial and military standpoint, Tehran maintains that no ship can cross the waterway without direct permission and arrangement from Iran. Over the past month, Iranian officials have actively negotiated with the government of Oman regarding these maritime arrangements. General Mohebbi noted that both nations reached an agreement on maritime boundary demarcation and revenue sharing from shipping traffic, placing the waters near Oman’s coast under joint control.
U.S. Demands, Conditions, and Diplomatic Mediation
Despite progress with Oman, General Mohebbi identified the United States as the main obstacle to normalizing traffic through the vital energy corridor, accusing Washington of creating delays through ongoing interference. However, two White House officials confirmed that Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire, and the U.S. would halt its bombing of Iran. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran submitted a 10-point proposal serving as a viable basis for negotiations, expressing hope that a deal could be resolved during the two-week truce. Trump added that the diplomatic opening stemmed from talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, who urged the U.S. to show restraint. Meanwhile, Pakistan confirmed that the U.S., Iran, and allied nations agreed to immediate ceasefires across Lebanon and other regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Iran’s conditions for opening the Strait of Hormuz?
According to IRGC spokesperson Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi, Iran demands that the United States halt its blockade and accept Tehran’s terms under a new MoU. Reports indicate that broader proposals also involve U.S. recognition of Iran’s uranium enrichment program and the lifting of economic sanctions.
What role did Pakistan play in the recent diplomatic developments?
Statements indicate that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir mediated discussions, asking the U.S. to halt planned military strikes against Iran and help facilitate the ongoing ceasefire framework.
Are international military vessels currently operating near the strait?
Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi stated via Press TV that all enemy warships have retreated at least 400 kilometers away from the strait, leaving the area under Iranian and Omani joint coordination.
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