Iranian official: No Hormuz reopening until US meets seven conditions
According to Arutz Sheva, Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei announced Saturday that Tehran will not resume negotiations with Washington or reopen the Strait of Hormuz until the United States meets seven conditions. Despite acknowledging a shift in the US administration's approach, Rezaei emphasized that diplomacy is ongoing and Tehran is awaiting an American response to its latest position. He also confirmed receiving a letter from US Vice President JD Vance sent at President Donald Trump's direction, noting a change in tone compared to earlier communications. Meanwhile, sources told Al-Arabi Al-Jadeed that discussions in Qatar have made progress, with China and Russia potentially serving as guarantors. At the same time, the Trump administration continues to examine military options, and Trump stated that Iran is facing financial difficulties and wants to talk.