Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:02pm on 28 Sep 2026,Monday International
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned that the country remains prepared for confrontation as tensions with the United States deepen over the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement marking Iran’s Sacred Defense Week, Khamenei highlighted widespread armed readiness and called for unity in safeguarding the strategic waterway. His remarks came after Washington rejected Tehran’s proposal to reopen the Strait within seven days and resume negotiations, with the plan requiring conditions including an end to the US blockade and a ceasefire. Iran has maintained that it is ready to reopen the waterway if Washington eases military pressure. The standoff has intensified as Tehran signals military preparedness while diplomatic efforts continue through intermediaries. (PC: X)
