Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei has rejected Donald Trump's claim that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and announced plans for a new restricted area outside the strategic waterway.
Iran, April 13: Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after Iran issued a strong warning to the United States over its reported plan to impose a naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes after failed diplomatic talks, with the US reportedly preparing to restrict ships linked to Iran, raising fears.
Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei delivered a strong and defiant message on the occasion of Eid and Nowruz, vowing continued resistance against what he described as “global arrogance.” The statement, released through state media, marks his first major address since assuming power earlier this month after the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged countries such as Japan and South Korea to deploy ships to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The appeal comes as maritime traffic through the crucial oil route has been disrupted due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. In a.
Iran has sharply criticised the United States, accusing the White House of hypocrisy over Russian oil imports and claiming Washington is now “begging” countries, including India, to buy Russian crude. The remarks were made by Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, who alleged that the US had previously pressured nations to stop purchasing Russian oil.
Iran has once again taken a firm stand on its nuclear policy, refusing to halt uranium enrichment despite mounting pressure from the United States. Iranian officials have warned Washington against escalating tensions, asserting that the country’s nuclear programme is non-negotiable and rooted in national sovereignty. The development comes at a time when diplomatic efforts to.
