Tehran cites alleged violations and ongoing naval pressure as tensions continue to disrupt global shipping routes.
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An Iranian government official said Wednesday that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is not feasible under current conditions, pointing to what he described as continued violations of a fragile ceasefire and ongoing pressure from U.S. military actions.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated in a public message that “reopening the Strait of Hormuz is impossible with such a flagrant breach of the ceasefire,” adding that “a complete ceasefire only makes sense if it is not violated by the maritime blockade and the hostage-taking of the world’s economy.” He further said that “the only way forward is to recognize the rights of the Iranian nation.”
The comments follow recent confrontations in the strategic waterway, where Iranian forces have seized commercial vessels and engaged in incidents involving international shipping. The strait, a critical passage linking the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is responsible for transporting roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supply.
The remarks come shortly after Donald Trump announced an extension of a temporary ceasefire while maintaining a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports. U.S. officials have described the blockade as part of broader efforts to limit Iran’s ability to export oil and generate revenue.
According to statements from U.S. authorities, American forces recently intercepted a vessel attempting to bypass the blockade after it failed to respond to repeated warnings. The Pentagon also confirmed that U.S. personnel boarded another Iran-linked ship in the Indian Ocean without incident.
Diplomatic efforts to resume negotiations remain ongoing but uncertain. Officials in Pakistan have continued outreach between Washington and Tehran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meeting Iran’s ambassador to discuss potential pathways toward renewed talks.
Despite these efforts, Iranian authorities have not confirmed participation in a new round of negotiations. A previous meeting held in Pakistan, led by Vice President JD Vance, concluded without an agreement.
Meanwhile, maritime incidents continue to escalate tensions. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has accused multiple vessels, including the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and the Liberia-flagged Epaminondas, of regulatory violations and interference with navigation systems. Officials from Montenegro confirmed that crew members aboard one seized vessel remained safe and that discussions are ongoing between the shipping company and Iranian authorities.
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz has contributed to volatility in global energy markets, with oil prices rising amid concerns over prolonged disruption. Since hostilities intensified earlier this year, shipping traffic through the corridor has been significantly reduced, underscoring the broader economic impact of the standoff.
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