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Iran has proposed direct negotiations with the US via its Interests Section in Egypt, aiming to resolve disputes including the nuclear program and sanctions. The move is seen as a strategic effort to de-escalate tensions, though Washington has not yet responded.
Iran has turned control over the Strait of Hormuz into a powerful economic weapon against the US and Israel, with shipping traffic down about 96% from normal levels, but the tool has clear limits. Prolonged use could hurt Iran's own economy, push Asian partners away, and accelerate investments that reduce global dependence on the strait.
Iran and Azerbaijan have signed an agreement to bolster cooperation in sports and youth, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties through joint events and exchanges. The deal is expected to foster deeper understanding and collaboration between the two neighboring countries, particularly among younger generations.
A senior Iranian diplomat has declared that wartime diplomacy must demonstrate firmness and avoid revealing any weaknesses. The statement comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and Western powers, reflecting Tehran's strategy to maintain a strong negotiating position.
US President Donald Trump told reporters Thursday he believes the war with Iran is nearing its end, promising fuel prices will drop once the conflict concludes. Meanwhile, reports indicate Iran is considering a bill to bar US and Israeli ships from the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran and Oman have agreed on coordinates for shipping lanes through the strait.
The US has spent months seeking to build an international naval coalition in the Strait of Hormuz, but European allies like the UK and France remain hesitant. Analysts say this reflects deep European caution about being drawn into a conflict they neither started nor support.
More than one million Arbaeen pilgrims have returned to Iran via the southwestern border province of Khuzestan after completing religious rites in Iraq. The province is a key gateway for travel to Karbala, with authorities deploying security and support services to ensure a safe journey home.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday stressed strategic priorities of domestic resilience and regional cooperation during a meeting with senior officials. He called for multilateral dialogue mechanisms and emphasized a balanced foreign policy to counter international pressures.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the US maximum pressure strategy, built on bullying and unfulfilled promises, has failed. He stressed Iran will continue its defense and nuclear development within international rules despite sanctions.
