Iran has toughened its position on key issues ahead of any potential negotiations, declaring firm red lines on its nuclear program and control over the Strait of Hormuz. According to reports from Tehran, the government has made clear that uranium enrichment activities are non-negotiable, and it will not transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium abroad. The move signals a more rigid approach as discussions with international counterparts are anticipated.

As a second red line, Iran has emphasized its regional military posture and sovereignty over the strategic Hormuz Strait. The country has strengthened its control over the waterway, introducing new protocols requiring all transiting vessels to coordinate with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. Ships must now obtain transit permits and pay mandatory tolls or fees to the IRGC. Observers view these measures as Tehran’s main strategic response amid recent regional tensions.

The new regulations underscore Iran’s intent to assert authority over critical maritime routes and resist external pressure on its nuclear and defense policies.