Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) navy has stopped six vessels attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz through routes not authorized by Iranian authorities. The strait has remained effectively blockaded by Iran since the onset of the Middle East conflict in late February, restricting passage to approved maritime corridors.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran has not requested a resumption of talks with the United States regarding the situation. While diplomatic communication is currently being maintained through third-party mediators, the Iranian government has ruled out direct negotiations with the U.S. at this time.
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