Before US-Iran Talks, Iranian Official: Strait of Hormuz May Be Selectively Opened
Ahead of US-Iran talks, an Iranian official stated that the Strait of Hormuz might be limitedly opened under Iranian control if a consensus on the negotiation framework is reached, with all vessels required to coordinate with the Iranian military. The official also warned of potential conflict if the US reverts to confrontation.
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The official stated: "If both sides can reach a consensus on the negotiation framework, the Strait of Hormuz may be limitedly opened 'under Iranian control.'" The official emphasized: "All vessels must coordinate with the Iranian military when passing." He later added: "The current ceasefire agreement remains fragile, and although we lean towards lasting peace, if the US chooses to return to the path of conflict, Iran is not afraid of returning to war." (Compiled by: Liu Shu-chin) 1150408