The surge in rerouted cargo has driven unprecedented demand for canal crossings.
A US logistics and security team is already present in the Pakistani capital.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said reopening is not possible under what he described as a violation of the ceasefire.
Companies making such payments could face serious sanctions risks.
Despite the escalating rhetoric, both sides have indicated interest in continuing talks. A second round of negotiations...
“They want me to open it. The Iranians desperately want it opened. I’m not opening it until a deal is signed,” he said.
India’s total merchandise and services trade rose 5.3 percent year-on-year to $1.37 trillion during April to December...
Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between Tehran and Washington and hosted an initial round of talks last week,...
The airports include Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran, along with...
Marking the anniversary of the establishment of Iran’s army, Khamenei also commended recent military operations.
The announcement was echoed by US President Donald Trump, who said the strait was “fully open” and ready for passage.
Rising energy, food, and fertiliser costs are placing a growing strain on East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
The reinforcements will join roughly 50,000 US personnel already involved in operations countering Iran.
It said these shocks are reducing household purchasing power, increasing food insecurity, straining public finances, and...
