Iran's Qalibaf Signals Military Readiness, Strait of Hormuz in Focus
Iran's parliamentary speaker said the country must be ready to fight, highlighting the risk to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran tensions persist.
Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said the country must always be ready to fight and stand to the end to safeguard national security and interests. The comments, reported by state media, widen the divide between Tehran and Washington.
Qalibaf emphasized military readiness and control of the Strait of Hormuz. He signaled that diplomacy remains possible but only from a position of strength. The remarks come as the United States and Iran remain at odds over nuclear negotiations.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. Any disruption there would affect crude flows and energy prices.
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