Iran: No Need for Foreign Intervention in the Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Jun 30) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Tuesday that Tehran remains committed to implementing its obligations under the recently signed ceasefire memorandum but rejected any need for foreign involvement in securing the Strait of Hormuz.
He also denied reports of planned talks with the United States in the coming days, announced progress in implementing parts of the agreement—including the release of frozen Iranian assets and easier oil exports—and outlined Tehran’s positions on NATO, Gaza, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Syria, Iraq, and Lebanon.
Tehran Rejects French Proposal on the Strait of Hormuz
Responding to recent remarks by French President Emmanuel Macron suggesting that France could participate in mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz, Baghaei said Iran bears clear responsibility for the strategic waterway under the ceasefire memorandum.
He stressed that Iran is fully capable of fulfilling its obligations and has no need for outside intervention. Such involvement, he argued, would neither contribute to regional stability nor be undertaken with positive intentions, but would instead complicate the situation further.
Baghaei added that Iran has been coordinating with Oman for some time to ensure the safe passage of commercial shipping through the Strait, and those consultations will continue.
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No U.S.-Iran Talks Planned in the Coming Days
Baghaei dismissed reports suggesting that Iranian and American officials are scheduled to meet in the near future, saying no talks with the United States have been planned at any level.
He explained that the meeting scheduled for Doha will take place only between Iranian experts and Qatari officials and will focus exclusively on implementing the provision concerning the release of Iran’s frozen assets.
According to Baghaei, implementation of various provisions of the ceasefire memorandum has already begun, and Tehran is continuously monitoring whether the other side fulfills its commitments. He said negotiations on a final agreement can only begin after key provisions—including Articles 1, 4, 5, 10, and 11—have been effectively implemented.
He emphasized that Iran’s approach remains based on the principle of “commitment for commitment,” meaning Tehran will not implement its obligations unilaterally.
Progress on Frozen Assets and Oil Exports
The Foreign Ministry spokesman announced that an Iranian technical delegation will meet Qatari officials in Doha to discuss practical arrangements for granting Iran unrestricted access to its frozen assets.
He also said implementation of the memorandum’s economic provisions has made it easier for Iran to export crude oil, petroleum products, and petrochemicals, while sanctions waivers envisaged under the agreement are also being implemented.
At the same time, Baghaei acknowledged that challenges remain in implementing some provisions and said Tehran expects Washington to fully honor all of its commitments under the memorandum.
U.S. Violations Could Undermine the Agreement
Referring to recent U.S. military strikes on Iranian territory, Baghaei said such actions constitute violations of the first article of the ceasefire memorandum and warned that continued breaches could jeopardize the implementation process.
He stressed that Iran would not leave any act of aggression unanswered, saying the country’s armed forces have already demonstrated their readiness to respond swiftly and decisively to any attack.
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Political Communication Channel Established with Washington
Baghaei confirmed that, following understandings reached during talks in Switzerland, Iran and the United States have established a political communication channel.
He clarified that the mechanism links Iran’s Foreign Ministry with U.S. political officials rather than military authorities and is intended to facilitate implementation of the ceasefire memorandum and prevent misunderstandings.
Tehran Calls NATO Chief’s Remarks an Admission of Involvement
Commenting on recent statements by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte regarding the involvement of some NATO members in military operations against Iran, Baghaei said Tehran had long been aware of such participation.
He argued that the Secretary General’s remarks amount to an explicit admission that certain NATO members participated in planning, supporting, or carrying out military action against Iran.
According to Baghaei, these statements could serve as evidence before international legal bodies. He added that all countries involved—including those providing logistical or technical assistance—bear international legal responsibility and that Iran will continue pursuing legal action.
He also described recent attacks on Iranian territory as war crimes for which all political and military decision-makers involved should be held accountable.
Cooperation with the IAEA Continues, But Access to Damaged Sites Remains Off Limits
Baghaei said Iran will continue cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency under its safeguards obligations regarding nuclear facilities that have not been damaged.
However, he ruled out granting inspectors access to sites affected by recent military attacks and criticized IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi for what he described as his failure to condemn the strikes against Iran.
He urged the IAEA chief to fulfill his legal responsibilities instead of making what he characterized as politically motivated statements.
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Support for Regional Security Initiatives
Baghaei welcomed a proposal to hold a joint meeting involving Iran, Iraq, and the Gulf Cooperation Council member states, saying Tehran supports any regional initiative that strengthens collective security without foreign military involvement.
He argued that recent developments have demonstrated that the U.S. military presence in the region has contributed to instability rather than enhancing security.
Araqchi’s Visit to Iraq
The spokesman described Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi’s recent trip to Baghdad as his first visit since Iraq’s new government took office.
He said discussions covered bilateral relations, regional developments, and coordination for the funeral ceremony of Iran’s “martyred Leader of the Revolution.”
According to Baghaei, broad public participation is expected from Iraq, reflecting the close historical, religious, and cultural ties between the two neighboring countries.
Araghchi Meets Iraqi President on Jun 28, 2026. Social media/ WANA News Agency
Iran’s Position on Gaza
Baghaei dismissed Israel’s rebranding of its policy from “voluntary migration” to “freedom of movement” for Palestinians as merely a change in terminology.
He argued that what is taking place in Gaza amounts to forced displacement aimed at altering the demographic composition of Palestinian territories.
He again blamed continued U.S. support for Israel for prolonging the conflict and called on the United Nations, the Security Council, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to take stronger action to halt the war and hold those responsible accountable.
Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq
Regarding Israeli military operations in Syria, Baghaei said the United Nations and countries that continue supporting Israel—particularly the United States—must accept responsibility for the consequences.
On Lebanon, he reiterated that Iran’s benchmark remains Washington’s implementation of its commitments under the ceasefire memorandum, while decisions concerning Lebanon’s resistance groups should be made by the Lebanese people themselves.
Commenting on reports about efforts to disarm armed groups in Iraq, Baghaei said the issue is entirely an internal Iraqi matter and reaffirmed Tehran’s respect for Iraq’s sovereignty.
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Canada, Parliament, and the Agreement
Baghaei said Iran has not received any formal request from Canada regarding the possible reopening of its embassy in Tehran. Should such a request be submitted, he said, it would be examined through the normal diplomatic process.
He also noted that the Iranian parliament has been kept informed throughout negotiations over the ceasefire memorandum and that the document has already been approved by the Supreme National Security Council.
According to Baghaei, any future comprehensive agreement will follow Iran’s established legal procedures governing international agreements.
Call for National Unity
Concluding the briefing, Baghaei stressed that decisions regarding negotiations, war, peace, and foreign policy are not made solely by the Foreign Ministry but involve all relevant state institutions, particularly the Supreme National Security Council.
He called for preserving national unity during the current period and urged all political actors to avoid rhetoric that could deepen internal divisions.
