Iran said- Hormuz will not open in the current situation: Ceasefire only if the American blockade ends; US-Iran talks possible in Islamabad tomorrow

Iran has said that in the current situation the Strait of Hormuz will not be reopened. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf said that this is not possible amid ceasefire violations. Ghalibaf alleged that the US blockade is targeting Iranian ports and is like holding the global economy hostage. He said that complete ceasefire is possible only when the blockade ends. On the other hand, there is a possibility of a meeting between America and Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan on Friday. According to the New York Post report, after the mediation of Pakistan, both the countries can soon return to the negotiating table. US President Donald Trump has also said that this meeting is possible soon. 4 big updates of the last 24 hours: Exemption on Iranian oil increased: America has extended the exemption given in the restrictions on the purchase of Iranian oil by 30 days. This decision has been taken on the demand of about 10 countries, which may face oil shortage. Ceasefire extended: America extended the ongoing ceasefire with Iran on Pakistan’s appeal. Trump said that there is no unity in the leadership and government in Iran at this time. Ships seized: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has said that there will be no compromise on the security of this sea route. The actions took place on ships named MSC Francesca and Epaminodes. Flights cancelled: Europe’s largest airline Lufthansa has decided to cancel 20 thousand flights due to increased fuel prices after the Iran war.



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