Tehran Denies US Claims Regarding Requests to Halt Military Strikes or Open Strait of Hormuz

Official Iranian sources strongly denied statements made by the US administration claiming that Tehran had requested a halt to new military strikes, asserting that there is no agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian military leaders dismissed these statements as part of a psychological war, emphasizing that the armed forces remain on high alert to handle any contingency. In a related context, the Iranian negotiating team refuted circulating reports about agreeing to regional proposals to resume navigation in the strait, confirming its continued closure as long as hostile actions persist. Tehran reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing its defensive readiness and deterrent capabilities in the face of current threats.