Gharibabadi announced that the United States has recently implemented new sanctions on Iran and reinstated temporarily lifted restrictions, notably in the oil sector. He further emphasized that Iran would not accept any external involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that any agreements regarding the crucial maritime passage should be solely established between Iran and Oman. Following the announcement by Tehran and Muscat of advancing discussions to establish a commercial shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, these remarks emerged. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical conduit for global energy resources, continues to be a focal point in regional tensions. Iran has asserted that any agreements related to this strategic waterway must acknowledge its sovereignty and address its security concerns as a bordering nation.