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Any challenge to Hormuz will increase tensions: Iran
Published 28 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cautioned on Sunday that any disruption to Tehran's control over the vital Strait of Hormuz would escalate tensions, even
Synopsis Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cautioned on Sunday that any disruption to Tehran's control over the vital Strait of Hormuz would escalate tensions, even amidst ongoing peace talks. Speaking in Baghdad, he urged all parties to respect the existing memorandum of understanding, warning that deviations would complicate efforts to reopen the waterway and increase regional friction, following recent exchanges.
Published: June 28, 2026 โข 2:53 PM IST ยท Updated: June 28, 2026 โข 3:37 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi cautioned on Sunday that any disruption to Tehran's control over the vital Strait of Hormuz would escalate tensions, even amidst ongoing peace talks.
Speaking in Baghdad, he urged all parties to respect the existing memorandum of understanding, warning that deviations would complicate efforts to reopen the waterway and increase regional friction, following recent exchanges.