Tehran Ties Hormuz Strait Reopening to Resolving Outstanding Disputed Issues

Mohammad Mokhber, advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader, emphasized on Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until all outstanding disputes are settled, underscoring Tehran's determination to implement any measures reinforcing its national strength. Mokhber explained that his nation will proceed with steps enhancing its power, reaffirming Iran's firm stance against fully reopening the strategic maritime passage prior to reaching definitive understandings resolving the pending contested files.