Hormuz: US violated ceasefire deal, negotiations unreasonable – Iran

Iran has accused the United States of breaching a fragile ceasefire, deepening uncertainty around efforts to stabilise tensions in the Gulf.

The accusation comes as conflicting signals continue to trail the status of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil flows. While Tehran hinted at restrictions, Washington insisted shipping activity remains largely unaffected.

Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, said recent developments had effectively collapsed the foundation for dialogue, pointing to Israeli strikes in Lebanon, alleged drone activity over Iranian airspace, and unresolved disagreements over uranium enrichment.

“Now, the very ‘workable basis on which to negotiate’ has been openly and clearly violated, even before the negotiations began,” he said. “In such situation, a bilateral ceasefire or negotiations is unreasonable.”

In Washington, the response was swift. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed Tehran’s claims, insisting the US position had not shifted.

“The President’s red lines, namely, the end of Iranian enrichment in Iran have not changed, and the idea that President Trump would ever accept an Iranian wish list as a deal is completely absurd.”

She also pushed back on suggestions that the Strait had been shut, noting:
“We have seen an uptick of traffic in the strait today,” adding that Iran’s public messaging may not fully reflect activity on the ground.

Even so, the situation remains fluid. Iranian media offered mixed reports on tanker movements, while authorities warned that vessels attempting passage without clearance could face consequences.

With fresh security incidents reported across the region, including drone threats to critical infrastructure, the ceasefire now appears increasingly fragile raising the stakes for both regional stability and global energy markets.