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Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States meets obligations under a June memorandum of understanding. RT reported transit volumes through the strait down more than 80 percent from pre-conflict levels, while Washington Times and Reuters confirmed Ghalibaf's role and the memorandum reference. Pipeline projects by Saudi Arabia and the UAE are cited as longer-term alternatives.

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social on Tuesday asserting US control over the Strait of Hormuz, stating no talks with Iran are scheduled, and confirming an active naval blockade with cleared mines. Iranian officials condemned the territorial claim while oil prices increased amid the reported expiration of a temporary ceasefire. Multiple outlets reported the posts and reactions, with one disputed assertion that the strait remains closed to shipping.

UAE defense authorities detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran that landed in water near UAE territory on Tuesday, with one inside and one outside territorial waters. The UAE Ministry of Defence stated it remains on high alert. Separate unverified reports and statements from US President Donald Trump address related diplomatic and blockade matters.