Strait of Hormuz

Iran not created any obstacles in Strait of Hormuz: Araghchi

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that Iran has not created any obstacles in the Strait of Hormuz, and it is the United States that created the naval blockade in the strait.

Iran UN mission:

US pressure to increase support for Hormuz Strait ridiculous

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Iran’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations has described as ridiculous the United States’ attempt to claim widespread support for an anti-Iran resolution at the United Nations.

Iran parliament finalizes plan to secure Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission has finalized a comprehensive plan for the security and development of the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, the chairman of the commision says.

US conduct biggest obstacle to reaching deal: Araghchi

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi has told Norway's Deputy FM that US maximalist demands, threatening rhetoric, and lack of good faith are the principal obstacles to ending the war and reaching a deal.

Chinese, Pakistani FMs discuss Iran war ceasefire push

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – The top diplomats from China and Pakistan held a phone conversation on Wednesday, discussing efforts to end the war on Iran and secure a ceasefire deal between Tehran and Washington.

Iran, Oman hold talks on Strait of Hormuz shipping safety

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Iranian and Omani delegations have met to discuss the latest developments concerning the Strait of Hormuz and arrangements for the safe passage of ships.

US Navy blocks non-Iranian oil tanker passing Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – The US Navy has forced back a Greek oil tanker carrying Iraqi crude that had been cleared by Iran to transit the Hormuz Strait, marking the first reported case of a non-Iranian vessel being turned back at the US blockade line.

Strait of Hormuz now a 500-kilometer operational ‘crescent’

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – The IRGC Navy has announced a major strategic expansion of Iran’s defensive perimeter in the Strait of Hormuz, warning that it will not allow any violation of the country’s territorial waters or national interests.

Tehran slams US push for Hormuz Strait security resolution

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal Affairs has warned that any UN Security Council draft on the Strait of Hormuz that fails to address the aggression and illegal blockade against Iran will be biased and doomed to failure.

Qatari tanker stopped in the Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 11 (MNA) – A Qatari tanker that had sent signals in the Strait of Hormuz earlier on Monday was stopped.

Iran warns againat UK, France warships presence in Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 10 (MNA) – Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran for Legal and International Affairs has reacted to the to the dispatch of French and British warships to the region, saying the Hormuz Strait security can only be ensured by Iran.

Pakistan PM confirms Tehran sent response to US proposal

TEHRAN, May 10 (MNA) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed on Sunday that Pakistan received Iran’s response to a US proposal to end the war in the region.

Army submarines monitor, intercept vessels in Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, May 10 (MNA) – The Commander of the Iranian Army Navy Rear Admiral Shahram Irani has talked about the mission of small-sized submarines in the Strait of Hormuz.

IRGC vows to respond to attacks on Iranian vessels

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – The IRGC Navy and the commander of the IRGC Aerospace have warned the United States that the Iranian armed forces are ready to respond to the attacks on the Iranian ships.

Food prices rise to highest rate due to US-Israel war on Iran

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – The global food prices climbed to their highest level in more than three years as the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran disrupted supply chains, raising the prospect of larger bills for shoppers.

Saudi, Russian FMs discuss Strait of Hormuz developments

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of the Russian Federation and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia held a phone call to discuss the situation around the Strait of Hormuz.

UN chief urges avoiding further escalation in Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges all sides to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further escalation following the exchange of fire in the Strait of Hormuz, a UN spokesman said Friday.

Iran blasts US over tanker attacks near Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – Iran's UN Ambassador has formally warned the Security Council that continued US military actions in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz could produce catastrophic consequences extending far beyond the region.

Six missing after US strikes Iranian ships near Oman

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – Six people are missing after American warplanes struck Iranian cargo and fishing boats near Oman’s Khasab port overnight, Bandar Lengeh’s governor said Saturday.

Iran's MP hails S Korea rejection of US op. in Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – A senior Iranian lawmaker has praised South Korea’s wise decision not to joint the United States’ military campaign to forcibly reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

In a letter to UN chief:

Araghchi lashes out at US-Bahrain anti-Iran moves

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in a letter penned to the UN secretary general, has criticized the anti-Iran moves by the United States and Bahrain.

Iran Army Navy wards off US destroyers from Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – Iran's Army Navy Force has struck American destroyers with cruise missiles and combat drones near the Strait of Hormuz after US forces attacked Iranian oil tankers in violation of a ceasefire, forcing them to flee the area.

Iran UN envoy:

Tehran calls on UN to reject US-Bahrain res. on Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations has urged the UN member states to reject a joint US-Bahrain draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, describing the text as “deeply flawed, one-sided, and politically motivated.”

Military commander:

Iran forces hit US vessels in retaliation for tanker attack

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – A spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said on Thursday that Iranian Armed Forces gave an immediate and decisive response to a series of US military aggressions in strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran to celebrate victory soon: VP Aref

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref declared that the nation will soon celebrate victory and that the Strait of Hormuz is Iran’s exclusive domain, during visits to damaged industrial and health facilities Thursday.

Pezeshkian tells Macron;

Any talk on reopening of Hormuz relies on lifting of blockade

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said any negotiation on fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz requires the United States to first lift its naval blockade, during a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron.

Iran offers delivering services to ships in Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization said Thursday it is ready to provide fuel, medical aid, and limited repair items to all commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, citing its maritime safety obligations.

Iran, France presidents hold phone call

TEHRAN, May 06 (MNA) – The French President announced that he had consulted with President Masoud Pezeshkian by phone.