[85590] New threats from Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz and a report on a secret deal brokered by Qatar

The tension surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and the secret contacts between Washington and Tehran

Tensions are rising around shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf, after the Mayor of Tehran declared that Iran would act to close the Strait of Hormuz whenever the US "does not fulfill its obligations." According to Abu Ali Express – a channel that presents a critical and vocal line against the Iranian regime – the Iranian official emphasized that Washington should understand that for every violation it "will pay a heavy price," and even noted that Russia has cast doubt on Iran's ability to demonstrate such power in the strait.

At the same time, Hadashot 360 | All The News reports on a complex reality behind the scenes. According to diplomatic sources cited in the channel, President Trump secretly approved a deal intended to allow Qatar to transfer funds to Tehran. The deal's consideration includes promises to preserve freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and security guarantees against attacks.

According to Hadashot 360, the move was intended to curb global energy prices and was formulated in coordination with the leadership of the Revolutionary Guards. However, the report emphasizes that the contacts in Washington encountered difficulties and were halted following disagreements regarding uranium enrichment, while the oversight of the financial channel was transferred to the responsibility of Qatar.

The reports reflect a gap between the bellicose rhetoric of officials in Tehran, as published on Abu Ali Express, and secret communication channels being conducted in parallel in an attempt to stabilize the global energy market.