Iran insists Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until US meets demands

Following a major U.S. operation to escort crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran deployed rocket-launched sea mines, prompting American retaliatory airstrikes on Larak Island. Tehran subsequently announced that the strategic waterway will remain blocked until Washington satisfies several key demands.

According to Iranian declarations, reopening the passage requires the United States to lift port blockades, end petroleum sanctions, unfreeze Iranian assets, and cease regional military operations. The overnight U.S. transit represented the largest crude shipment through the corridor since hostilities erupted six months ago, utilizing air, naval, and space assets to protect commercial shipping.

Sources: Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)