An Iranian official has warned that the ongoing war with the United States and Israel could continue for a long time, possibly even during the Trump administration. The statement has raised concerns as tensions continue to increase across the Middle East. The United States and Israel have been carrying out attacks against Iran, while Iran has also responded with attacks. At the same time, efforts are reportedly continuing to find a peaceful solution between the two sides. Amid these developments, reports have suggested that Iran may agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. There have also been reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering stopping the attacks on Iran if the situation improves. However, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps senior adviser Mohammad Reza Naghdi has given a different view. Speaking to PBS NewsHour, he said the war could continue for a long period. Naghdi said Iran’s aim is to put pressure on its enemies through a prolonged conflict and make countries think carefully before considering future attacks on Iran. He also claimed that the U.S. military is not as strong as Iran had previously believed.According to Naghdi, Iran is currently increasing its missile production. He said that even if the conflict continues for several years, Iran could continue producing missiles at different locations and carry out attacks. He further claimed that even if Iran eventually runs out of missiles, it would still have the ability to target U.S. economic interests around the world. However, he did not specify which targets he was referring to.
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Not Be Fully Reopened.Although discussions about a possible ceasefire between Iran and the United States are continuing, no final agreement has been reached. U.S. President Donald Trump had said that the Strait of Hormuz should remain under control. Iran has rejected this position. Mohsen Rezaei, a senior Iranian official, said Iran would not fully reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz until the United States meets all of Iran’s conditions. He also said Iran’s position is clear and that statements from U.S. officials claiming control over the Strait of Hormuz would not change the situation. The continued restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz have affected crude oil trade and raised concerns in global energy markets. With tensions still high and peace talks facing difficulties, there is growing uncertainty over when oil transportation through the important waterway will return to normal.
