Politics Country 2026-03-23T16:59:02+00:00

Iran Denies US Contacts, Insists Strait of Hormuz Status is Permanent

Iranian media denied any contacts with the US, countering Trump's statements. They emphasized that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz has changed permanently, and Tehran's response to any potential military action would be immediate and significant.


Iran Denies US Contacts, Insists Strait of Hormuz Status is Permanent

Iranian media confirmed that there are no direct or indirect contacts with the United States, emphasizing that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war status, despite President Donald Trump's recent statement about 'constructive' talks with Tehran. The Fars news agency reported that Trump backed off from targeting Iranian power plants after Iran warned it would retaliate by striking energy facilities in West Asia. The Mehr agency, citing the Iranian Foreign Ministry, stated that Trump's remarks aim to lower energy prices and buy time for his military plans, while also mentioning initiatives to de-escalate tensions. The ministry said: 'Our response is that...'