Iran demands US policy changes before reopening Strait of Hormuz

Iran has issued new demands that the United States must meet before the Strait of Hormuz reopens to shipping. A senior Iranian security official announced the conditions on Saturday. Iran says a US naval blockade and military actions have made the strait unsafe. The UAE also reported that an Iranian missile struck one of its ships. The strait is one of the world's most important trade routes, and its closure has pushed energy prices higher. In June 2026, Iran and the US signed an agreement to stop fighting and reopen the waterway within 60 days. That deal collapsed quickly, and both sides resumed attacks within days. Iran had earlier agreed with Oman on new shipping routes through the strait.