Iran Says Strait of Hormuz to Remain Shut Until US Meets Deal Conditions

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has presented a list of demands for the United States to meet before the Strait of Hormuz can be reopened. These demands include ending the naval blockade, lifting sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian assets. Qalibaf also stated that the U.S. must adhere to the terms of a previously signed memorandum of understanding.

• Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf issued demands for the U.S. to meet before reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
• Demands include ending the U.S. naval blockade, lifting sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
• The U.S. must also adhere to points from a June memorandum of understanding.
• Qalibaf’s statement follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s social media post claiming the strait is American territory.