In a recent televised address, Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf reiterated Iran's position that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the U.S. ends its blockade of Iranian ports. Iran has doubled down on this pledge, emphasizing potential military responses if its sovereignty is threatened. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has committed to keeping the Strait closed as a countermeasure against U.S. actions. Ongoing exchanges of messages between Iran and the U.S. have failed to lead to direct negotiations due to perceived excessive demands from the U.S.
POLITICSPublished 5 Apr 2026 • Published 14 days ago • Updated 51m ago
Iran's Ghalibaf Vows Strait of Hormuz Closure Amid US Tensions
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Iran has reaffirmed its commitment to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the U.S. ends its blockade of Iranian ports. President Trump stated that Iran cannot 'blackmail' the U.S. over this issue, as tensions continue to rise amid stalled negotiations.
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