Iran Keeps Strait of Hormuz Closed Until U.S. Compliance

Iranian authorities declared that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States fulfills specific conditions outlined in an interim agreement reached on June 17. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that these conditions include the lifting of the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports and oil sanctions, unfreezing Tehran’s assets, and ceasing military threats and operations.

The memorandum of understanding quickly collapsed due to disagreements over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil and liquefied natural gas. U.S.

President Donald Trump described the deal as “ ” on July 7, while Iran’s foreign ministry responded a week later with a similar sentiment. The MoU stipulated that Iran and the U.S. would negotiate a final deal within 60 days, with the option to extend by mutual consent, addressing broader issues such as Iran’s nuclear program.

A senior Iranian official indicated that Tehran would adopt a new posture following stalled diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.