Iran reasserts control over Hormuz Strait as deal with US remains elusive
Iran has reaffirmed its authority over the Strait of Hormuz, warning that foreign vessels must comply with its regulations. This announcement follows ongoing discussions between the US and Iran regarding a potential deal, which Iran claims has not yet been finalized. Tensions remain high as the US signals its readiness to respond militarily if negotiations fail.
- ▪Iran has warned that foreign vessels must comply with its regulations in the Strait of Hormuz or face targeting.
- ▪The US is reportedly close to a decision on a potential deal with Iran, but no agreement has been reached yet.
- ▪Tensions escalated following US strikes on Iran's port, leading to retaliatory actions from Iran.
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News|US-Israel war on IranIran reasserts control over Hormuz Strait as deal with US remains elusivePentagon chief Pete Hegseth says US ‘more than capable’ of restarting war if satisfactory deal not reached.ListenListen (4 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoVessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam in Oman, May 29, 2026 [Reuters]By Al Jazeera Staff, AFP and ReutersPublished On 30 May 202630 May 2026Iran has reasserted its control over the Strait of Hormuz, warning that foreign commercial and military vessels will be targeted, if they do not comply with regulations governing passage through the strategic waterway.The announcement on Saturday came after the United States signalled…
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