Tension increased between Iran and America, Tehran put a big condition regarding the Strait of Hormuz and warned Washington

News India Live, Digital Desk: Amidst the ongoing tension in West Asia, Iran has once again shown a tough stance. On the ongoing conflict over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has made it clear that it has not backed down from the negotiating table, but America will have to consider its conditions. Iran has made it clear that if its security and interests are threatened, it can take a tough decision regarding the world’s most important oil route i.e. Hormuz. After this statement, the turmoil in the global oil market and international politics has intensified.

Iran put forward conditions for talks

The Iranian leadership said in a conversation with international media that they have always been ready for a diplomatic solution, but America’s attitude has not been cooperative. Iran says that if the US wants the movement of ships in the Strait of Hormuz to remain normal and safe, it will have to reduce the economic sanctions and military pressure imposed on Iran. Calling it a question of its sovereignty, Iran said that no agreement will be made under unilateral pressure.

Importance and alarm bells of the Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s sea route through which about 20 percent of the global oil supply passes. If Iran creates any kind of obstacle in this path, there can be a huge jump in fuel prices all over the world and the global economy can collapse. Iran has indicated that it can go to any extent to protect its maritime borders, raising concerns of the US and its allies.

Talk stuck on nuclear deal and sanctions

The root of the tension between Iran and America is the nuclear deal and the stringent sanctions imposed thereafter. Iran argues that it has always followed the rules, but that the US felt betrayed by pulling out of the deal. Spokesmen of Iran’s Foreign Ministry have clarified that unless America corrects its mistakes and completely removes the sanctions, there is little hope of reducing tension on the sea lanes. Now the eyes of the whole world are fixed on America’s next reaction.