Iran Reaffirms Control of Strait of Hormuz, Rejects Talks After US Bombing Pause

Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, potentially impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, CENTCOM has disputed claims regarding the closure of the waterway, stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the strait over the past four months. Additionally, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari claimed the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that ongoing US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Additionally, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, stating that no movement will occur in the waterway without Iranian permission. While CENTCOM claims thousands of ships have transited the strait over the past four months, the status of the waterway remains a point of dispute between US officials and Iranian-Zೋ

Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari claimed the Iranian Navy holds full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, asserting that no movement will occur in the Strait without Iran's permission. Meanwhile, US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed these claims by stating that thousands of ships have successfully sailed through the waterway over the past four months. Additionally, Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, the Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. In response, US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed these claims, stating that the waterway remains open and noting that thousands of ships have successfully transited the area over the last four months.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. In response to claims of maritime instability, US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the waterway remains open, noting that thousands of ships have successfully sailed through the strait over the past four months.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. In response, US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed these claims, stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the past four months.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. In contrast, US Central Command (CENTCOM) has rejected claims of a closure, stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the past four months.

Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, warning that no movement will occur in the Strait without Iranian permission. Meanwhile, US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed these claims, stating that thousands of ships have successfully sailed through the international waterway over the past four months. Additionally, Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Simultaneously, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. While CENTCOM confirmed that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the last four months, the US military also reported carrying out a 'heavy wave' of strikes against Iran following attempted missile attacks on US forces.

Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, warned that ongoing US provocations could result in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, US Central Command (CENTCOM) countered claims of a closure by stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the last four months. Additionally, CENTCOM reported conducting a 'heavy wave' of strikes against Iran following attempted missile attacks on US forces in the Middle East.

Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, warned that ongoing US provocations could result in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, CENTCOM reports that thousands of vessels have successfully transited the waterway over the last four months, disputing claims of a closure. Additionally, the US Central Command confirmed it conducted a 'heavy wave' of strikes against Iran following attempted missile attacks on US forces.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued U.S. provocations could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy and energy markets. Meanwhile, Iranian Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari asserted that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. In response to these claims, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) maintains that the waterway remains open, noting that thousands of ships have successfully transited the strait over the last four months.

Iranian military officials have asserted that the Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, warning that any US warships attempting to impose alternative routes will be targeted. Meanwhile, increased regional tensions following missile attacks caused oil prices to rise by more than 3% on July 29, with Brent crude climbing above $87 per barrel. Additionally, maritime trade tracking firm Kpler reported a sharp drop in shipping traffic through the Strait.

Iranian military officials have intensified warnings, with the Iranian Army Coordinator claiming full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz and the Sea of Oman, while senior advisor Mohsen Rezaei stated that Iran would target any US warships attempting to impose different routes. Meanwhile, US Central Command (CENTCOM) has disputed Iran's claims of closure, asserting that thousands of ships have transited the waterway over the last four months. Amidst these tensions, maritime trade tracking firm Kpler reported that shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has nevertheless dropped sharply.

Iranian military officials have escalated their warnings, with the Iranian Army Coordinator, Habibullah Sayyari, asserting that the Iranian Navy maintains full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean. Meanwhile, US Central Command has disputed Iran's claims of closure, stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the past four months. Additionally, following recent missile attacks, oil prices saw a significant rise on July 29, with Brent crude climbing above $87 per barrel and US WTI crude exceeding $82 per barrel.

While US President Donald Trump claimed an agreement was reached on the 'immediate, complete, and total' reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian officials dismissed his assertions as a lie. Amidst this tension, US Central Command reported that thousands of ships have successfully navigated the waterway over the past four months, a claim disputed by Iranian officials who assert that there will be no movement in the Strait without Iran's permission.

Iranian military officials, including Army Coordinator Habibullah Sayyari, have asserted full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, warning that no movement will occur without Tehran's permission. Meanwhile, US Central Command has disputed these claims, stating that thousands of ships have successfully transited the waterway over the last four months. Tensions have also impacted markets, with oil prices rising by more than 3% on July 29 following Iranian missile attacks on US forces.

Iranian military officials, including the Army Coordinator, claim full control over the eastern Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean, warning that no movement will occur without Iran's permission. In response, US Central Command disputes these claims, stating the waterway remains open as thousands of ships have transited the strait over the past four months. Additionally, Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned that continued US provocations could lead to the total closure of the Strait and other maritime chokepoints, impacting the global economy.

While U.S. President Donald Trump described his offer of talks as a 'last chance' and claimed a deal involving the 'immediate, complete and total' reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is close, Iranian officials have denied that any agreement has been reached. Amid reports that a document on reopening the waterway is near finalization through mediation by Oman and Pakistan, the IRGC Navy intervened against three oil tankers for allegedly using unsafe routes, and Mohsen Rezaei warned that Iran would target any U.S. warship attempting to impose a different corridor.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a US proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain ship traffic during negotiations, asserting that Iran's fundamental policy remains unchanged. Additionally, the IRGC announced intervening against three oil tankers in the strait for allegedly using unsafe and illegal routes. While US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested a deal to open the waterway could be reached as soon as this week, Iranian officials maintain that no agreement has been reached, as the situation is expected to remain unchanged as long as US aggression and blockades continue.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz while negotiations continue, stating that Iran's fundamental policy remains unchanged despite the ongoing closure and conflict. Furthermore, Gharibabadi emphasized that Iran will not allow any third party to conduct mine clearance activities in the strait, even if invited by Oman.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz while negotiations continue, stating that Iran's fundamental policy remains unchanged despite the ongoing closure. Additionally, Gharibabadi asserted that Iran will not permit any third country to conduct mine clearance activities in the waterway, even if invited by Oman.

While US President Donald Trump claims a potential deal could involve the 'immediate, complete and total' reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic until negotiations are concluded. Additionally, Iranian officials stated that the country will not return to the pre-war traffic separation arrangement and will not allow third-party mine clearance activities in the waterway.

Tehran has rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz until negotiations are concluded, with Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stating that Iran's fundamental policy remains unchanged despite diplomatic efforts. While US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested a deal to open the strait could be reached as soon as this week, Iranian officials emphasized that no agreement has been reached on its reopening and that they will not allow third-party mine clearance activities in the waterway.

Despite US claims of potential deal perimeters, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a US proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open during negotiations and stated that Iran will not allow any third country to conduct mine clearance activities in the waterway. Furthermore, the IRGC announced it intervened against three oil tankers on Wednesday, claiming they used unsafe and illegal routes, while Iranian officials maintained that the strait will remain closed as long as US aggression and blockades continue.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei announced that the geographical coordinates for a route envisioned by Iran and Oman have been approved, though he emphasized that such an agreement would not mean the reopening of the strait. While negotiations with Oman focus on establishing a temporary route to ensure safe passage, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic until negotiations conclude, maintaining that the strait will remain closed as long as US hostilities continue.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei announced that the geographical coordinates for a route envisioned by Iran and Oman have been approved, though he maintained that any agreement regarding this route would not equate to the full reopening of the Strait. Meanwhile, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces warned that any vessels belonging to countries or companies accepting payments from frozen Iranian assets to cover war damages would be barred from passing through the Strait.

While US President Donald Trump maintains that negotiations are progressing toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to keep the waterway open until negotiations conclude. The Iranian delegation is instead focusing on talks with Oman to establish a temporary route, though officials emphasized that any agreement would not mean a full reopening of the strait and must prioritize Iranian sovereignty and revenue. Additionally, the IRGC Navy has warned that it will target any US warships attempting to impose transit routes not authorized by Tehran.

While Iran continues to reject US proposals to keep the waterway open during negotiations, Tehran is reportedly working with Oman to establish a temporary route to ensure safe navigation. Iranian officials emphasized that any agreement must respect their sovereignty and revenue goals, noting that they have rejected plans involving third-country mine clearance or the loss of Iranian control over shipping lanes.

While US President Donald Trump claims a potential deal is nearing, Iranian officials have officially rejected a US proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open during negotiations, with Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stating that Iran's fundamental policy remains unchanged. Meanwhile, technical and political discussions with Oman are reportedly progressing toward a joint declaration for a new transit route, though Tehran insists this would not constitute a full reopening of the strait and maintains that vessels must still obtain authorization from the IRGC Navy.

While US President Donald Trump claims that a potential deal's framework includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that Tehran rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic while negotiations are ongoing. Although Iran is reportedly working with Oman to establish a temporary route for safe navigation, officials emphasized that this would not constitute a full reopening of the strait. Additionally, the IRGC Navy has intervened against three oil tankers for allegedly using unauthorized routes, and a senior Iranian source noted that the proposed agreement seeks to give Tehran control over ships entering the Gulf.

While US President Donald Trump claims a potential deal could include the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to keep the waterway open during negotiations. Furthermore, Iranian officials emphasized that the strait will remain closed as long as US aggression and blockades continue, with the IRGC Navy maintaining that vessels can only pass through designated routes with official authorization.

While US President Donald Trump claimed a potential deal could include the 'immediate, complete, and total' reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to maintain ship traffic until negotiations conclude. Iran is currently working with Oman to establish a temporary route to ensure safe navigation, though officials emphasize that such an agreement would not constitute a full reopening of the strait. Additionally, the IRGC announced it intervened against three oil tankers on Wednesday, claiming they used an 'unsafe and illegal route' and failed to comply with warnings.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran has rejected a US proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain ship traffic while negotiations are ongoing. Furthermore, the Iranian delegation stated that they will not permit any third-party involvement in mine clearance activities within the waterway, regardless of invitations from Oman.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a U.S. proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open during negotiations, insisting the waterway will remain closed unless the U.S. ends its 'hostile actions' and accepts Iran's demand for full control over a designated shipping lane — a stance reiterated by military sources who stated vessels may only pass with IRGC approval, while the U.S. continues to assert the southern route remains open and has assisted over 1,000 ships in the past three months.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that Tehran rejected a U.S. proposal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open during negotiations, insisting the waterway will remain closed unless the U.S. ends its 'hostile actions' and accepts Iran's demand for full control over a designated shipping lane — a stance reinforced by IRGC warnings that any U.S. vessel attempting to impose an alternative route will be targeted.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman have reached a final stage, with a proposed temporary route — expected to last 2–4 months — now approved in geographical terms, though Iran insists it does not constitute a reopening of the Strait and will remain closed unless U.S. aggression ends, while the U.S. continues to assert the southern route remains open and has assisted over 1,000 vessels in transit over the past three months.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman have reached a final stage, with a proposed temporary route—intended to last 2–4 months—now approved in geographical terms, though Iran insists it does not constitute a reopening of the Strait and will remain closed unless U.S. aggression ends; meanwhile, Iran's parliament is advancing a draft bill to ban vessels linked to the U.S. and Israel from transiting the strait and impose fines of up to 20% of cargo value for violations.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in the final stage, with a proposed temporary route—expected to last 2 to 4 months—now agreed upon in geographical terms, though Iran insists this does not constitute reopening the Strait and will remain closed unless U.S. aggression ends; meanwhile, Iran’s parliament is advancing a draft bill to legally enforce control over shipping lanes, including fines up to 20% of cargo value for violations and bans on vessels linked to the U.S. and Israel.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman have reached a final stage, with a proposed temporary route—expected to last 2–4 months—now approved in geographical terms, though Iran insists it does not constitute a reopening of the Strait and will remain closed unless U.S. aggression ends; simultaneously, Iran’s parliament advanced a draft bill imposing fines of up to 20% of cargo value on vessels violating its transit rules and banning ships linked to the U.S. and Israel.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman have reached a final stage, with a temporary route—expected to last 2 to 4 months—now agreed upon in principle, though Iran insists this does not constitute reopening the Strait and will remain closed unless U.S. aggression ends.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in the final stage, with a temporary route—expected to last 2–4 months—nearing approval, while Tehran insists the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the U.S. ends its blockade and hostile actions, and explicitly rejected any U.S. proposal to keep the strait open during negotiations.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in the final stage, with a proposed 'temporary route' expected to last 2–4 months — though Iran insists this does not constitute reopening the Strait, and will remain closed unless the U.S. ends its blockade and aggression, while also rejecting any third-party mine clearance or U.S. involvement in transit management.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman have reached a final stage, with a proposed temporary route expected to last 2–4 months, while insisting the Strait of Hormuz remains closed unless the U.S. ends its blockade — a position reinforced by the IRGC’s assertion that any reopening is contingent solely on Iran’s conditions, not Oman talks.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in their final stage, with a proposed 'temporary route' expected to last 2–4 months, while reiterating that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the U.S. ends its blockade — a stance reinforced by IRGC Brigadier General Hossein Mohibbi, who stated the strait's reopening is contingent solely on U.S. acceptance of Iran's conditions, not on talks with Oman.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in their final stage, with a proposed 'temporary route' expected to last 2–4 months, while Tehran explicitly rejected the U.S. proposal to keep the strait open during negotiations and reiterated that the waterway will remain closed unless U.S. 'hostile actions' cease — a position now formally backed by Iran’s parliament, which is advancing a draft bill to ban vessels linked to the U.S. and Israel and impose fines of up to 20% of cargo value for violations.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed on August 5 that negotiations with Oman are in their final stage, with a proposed 'temporary route' expected to last 2–4 months, while reiterating Iran's rejection of the U.S. proposal to keep the strait open during negotiations and its refusal to allow third-party mine clearance — a move that underscores Iran's insistence on exclusive control over transit routes and its refusal to return to the pre-war traffic scheme.