(Tehran Ana)- An Iranian official said more than 100 vessels have applied to pass through the Strait of Hormuz under a newly introduced protocol, with approvals to be granted selectively based on political, economic, and security considerations.
(Tehran Ana)- Hezbollah said it carried out a series of attacks on Israeli military sites across the border and occupied territories, causing sirens, power outages, and displacement in northern areas, as cross-border tensions continue despite ceasefire arrangements.
(Tehran Ana)- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Iran’s armed forces have not fired any projectiles at any country during the ceasefire, rejecting media reports of attacks in the region and stressing that all official military actions would be publicly announced.
(Tehran Ana)- Following diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan, Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week bilateral ceasefire with Iran, contingent on the secure reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, setting the stage for negotiations based on Iran’s 10-point proposal.
(Tehran Ana)- Recent policy signals indicate that Iran sees the strait not just as a maritime passage, but as a cornerstone of its efforts to enhance strategic depth and counter external pressure.
(Tehran Ana)- Iran’s repeated warnings reflect a growing confidence in its defensive capabilities, potentially recalibrating US strategic calculations in the Gulf as Tehran emphasizes deterrence over negotiation.
(Tehran Ana)- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed regional developments and bilateral cooperation during a phone call on Saturday, amid continuing tensions involving the United States and Israel.
(Tehran Ana)- Kazem Gharibabadi said Iran and Oman are finalizing a protocol to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, while warning that vessels of aggressor states could face restrictions in post-war scenarios.