Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States changes its behaviour. Iranian officials linked reopening the strategic waterway to meeting Tehran’s conditions.
Iranian state broadcaster IRIB reported the comments from Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr. He serves as secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.
Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reiterated Iran’s position on Sunday. The IRGC said the strait would remain closed until Iran’s conditions receive acceptance.
IRGC spokesman Brigadier General Mohebbi accused the opposing side of changing its war objectives. He said reopening the Strait of Hormuz had now become the main focus.
IRGC Says Strait Closure Will Continue
Mohebbi said Iran would maintain the closure until the opposing side accepts all its conditions. He also vowed that Iranian forces would continue resistance until defeating their enemy.
The Strait of Hormuz remains strategically important for global energy markets. Any prolonged disruption could therefore create wider concerns over oil supplies and shipping.
Iran has not indicated when it could reopen the waterway. Its officials instead continue linking the decision to broader developments in the conflict.
Iranian Commander Claims US And Israel Failed
Meanwhile, IRGC commander Brigadier General Hassan Zadeh claimed the United States and Israel failed to achieve their objectives. Tasnim News Agency reported his comments on Sunday.
Zadeh said Iran’s popular strength and Basij readiness had strengthened its regional position. He made the remarks while visiting upgraded air defence units in Tehran.
He also claimed American and Israeli leaders faced growing questions over their alleged failures. According to Zadeh, their leaders had no answers before their people and political elites.
Zadeh further said Iran had demonstrated only part of its military capabilities. He praised the readiness of the 27th Mohammad Rasulullah Division.
The statements indicate that Tehran intends to maintain its position over the strategic waterway. Further developments could determine when the Strait of Hormuz eventually reopens.
