Iran Seals Off Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Israel Conflict
Iran has effectively sealed off the strategic waterway since early in the war with the United States and Israel. This move is sending shockwaves through global energy markets and placing the strait at the center of negotiations to end the conflict.
The United States Is No Longer In A Position To Dictate Its Policy, Iran Says
Iran’s defense ministry spokesman, Reza Talaei-Nik, stated that Washington would “accept that it must abandon its illegal and irrational demands.” This comes as a new proposal from Tehran on unblocking the Strait of Hormuz is being considered in Washington.
Ceasefire Halts Fighting But Talks On Conflict Resolution Remain Inconclusive
While a ceasefire has halted fighting between Iran, the US, and Israel, talks aimed at bringing a permanent conclusion to the conflict have been inconclusive. The proposal under consideration would reportedly reopen the Strait of Hormuz – a vital conduit for global oil and gas shipments.
Iran Ready To Share Defensive Military Capabilities With SCO Member States
Ahead of a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation defense ministers’ meeting, Talaei-Nik said Iran was also “ready to share its defensive military capabilities with independent countries, especially the member states.”