Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 10, 2026. Source: REUTERS
Iran has said that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the United States changes its approach and agrees to Iran’s demands.
Speaking on Tuesday, Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, stated that the strategically important waterway will not reopen until the U.S. meets several conditions set by Tehran.
According to Rezaei, one of Iran’s key demands is that the United States end the ongoing war. Iran is also seeking the release of Iranian funds that are currently frozen overseas.
He added that additional conditions have already been communicated to the United States through mediators, although he did not provide details about those demands.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important shipping routes, carrying a significant share of global oil and gas supplies. Any disruption in the strait can affect energy markets and international trade.
Rezaei’s comments were reported by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency.
The statement comes amid continuing tensions between Iran and the United States, raising concerns about regional stability and global energy security.
Key Takeaways
- Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed for now.
- Tehran wants the U.S. to end the war and unfreeze Iranian assets abroad.
- Other Iranian conditions have been delivered to Washington through mediators.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for global oil and gas shipments.
- Continued closure could impact international trade and energy markets.
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