Iran's First Vice President: Hormuz Strait Talks Require Non-Invasion Pledge

Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has stated that any negotiations regarding the Hormuz Strait must include a commitment not to invade Iran and recognition of Iran's international rights. According to Jin10, Aref's remarks echo those of U.S. President Donald Trump, who previously claimed that Iran's adversaries are 'begging us' for talks on this critical waterway. Iranian state broadcaster IRIB reported Aref's assertion that parties involved must declare, 'We will no longer invade Iran and recognize all of Iran's international rights.' He added, 'We shall see!'