On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, Iran's Mehr news agency denied claims made by former US President Donald Trump that the Islamic Republic had asked the United States not to conduct new strikes. Citing military officials, Mehr described the allegation as "nothing but a new lie" and stated that the Iranian armed forces were "on high alert and ready for any eventuality."
The day before, Trump said the US was "ready to go against the Islamic Republic" but that Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries had requested a pause on fresh strikes. He added that his decision to hold off was contingent upon reaching a deal with Iran. In a Truth Social post, Trump wrote, "This would include the Immediate, Complete and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end to Iran's nuclear threat."
Meanwhile, Iran's Fars news agency, citing a source close to Iranian negotiators, stated on Sunday that "as long as the United States maintains its hostile actions, the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed." Iran has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the war, requiring vessels to obtain permission and pay transit fees before passing through.
These conflicting statements highlight ongoing tensions between the US and Iran regarding military actions and control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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