Iran has declared that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is “impossible” under current conditions, citing alleged violations of the ceasefire by the United States and Israel.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that a ceasefire cannot be meaningful if it is undermined by naval blockades and economic pressure. He pointed to the ongoing US restrictions on Iranian ports as a key reason for Tehran’s refusal to reopen the critical maritime route.
Iran has demanded the lifting of the blockade, which it considers a violation of the truce, and has linked this issue to its decision to withdraw from further negotiations in Islamabad.
Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has reportedly intensified its presence in the strait, with incidents involving commercial vessels adding to tensions. The US military stated that multiple ships have already been turned back as part of the blockade operations led by United States Central Command.
Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire and resume talks, the situation remains fragile, with global concerns rising over disruptions to energy supplies through one of the world’s most vital shipping routes.
