Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf addressed the Iranian Parliament, stating that the Strait of Hormuz will not be reopened until Iran's seven conditions are fulfilled. He emphasized that Tehran must pursue both military action and negotiations at the appropriate time. Ghalibaf's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States.
Ghalibaf said Iran must use its military power to push back its adversary and consolidate battlefield gains through diplomacy. He explained that at the right moment, Iran must use its military power to push back the enemy and deal them fatal blows. However, when significant field victories are achieved, and the enemy is weak, Iran must consolidate these advantages with diplomatic tools.
According to Ghalibaf, Iran's positions in the diplomatic arena are 'completely clear, rational, and non-negotiable'. He stated that Iran's conditions have been conveyed to the other side through mediators, and the enemy is aware that the path of deception and unilateral imposition is closed. Ghalibaf's comments suggest that Iran is committed to its stance.
Iran has conveyed seven conditions to the United States through Qatari mediators for starting negotiations to end the ongoing war. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said that Qatar has conveyed Iran's conditions to Washington, and Tehran is awaiting US President Donald Trump's response. Rezaei did not disclose the conditions but emphasized that Tehran's position is clear.
Rezaei said Iran's conditions include an end to the war on all fronts, the release of frozen Iranian funds, and an end to the naval blockade. He warned that if Washington rejects Iran's demands, Tehran is prepared for a "decisive war". Rezaei's comments highlight the stakes involved in the ongoing conflict.
Qatar and Pakistan have been working to re-establish negotiations between Tehran and Washington since the expiry of a memorandum of understanding last month. Regional countries have also been seeking an end to the conflict that began after the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran in late February. Rezaei did not rule out the possibility of another US strike.
Rezaei claimed that Iran has recently test-fired a multi-warhead anti-ship missile near a US vessel or aircraft carrier. He warned that any future Iranian response could be extensive, targeting US bases in the region, as well as American commercial interests and companies operating locally. The situation remains volatile, with both sides seemingly prepared for further escalation.
Key points
- Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Iran's conditions are met.
- Iran has conveyed seven conditions to the United States through Qatari mediators for starting negotiations to end the ongoing war.
- Tehran is prepared for a "decisive war" if Washington rejects its demands.
