Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says the Strait of Hormuz will be administered by Tehran, according to state media reports carried by several outlets. The statement comes after talks that aim to end the US-Israeli war affecting Iran and the broader region. Ghalibaf makes clear that the strait will not return to “pre-war” conditions, adding that it will be handled by the Islamic Republic.
Separately, multiple reports say Iran and the United States agree to establish communication lines intended to keep the critical shipping route open and to help end fighting in Lebanon. The reports describe the discussions as part of a first round of talks in Switzerland involving mediators, following escalation across the Middle East. While the outlets differ in detail, they converge on the same core claim: Iran publicly asserts control or administration of the Strait of Hormuz following recent diplomatic engagement and de-escalation efforts focused on maritime security and reducing regional conflict.
