Mohammad Reza Aref & China

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's senior vice president, stated that the Strait of Hormuz belongs to Iran and Tehran would not give it up.

China: China's leader Xi Jinping met with Donald Trump, and both agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open. Chinese ships began passing through the strait under new Iranian protocols after requests from China's foreign minister and ambassador to Iran.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's first vice president, suggested a deal is possible if US officials prioritize 'America First' rather than 'Israel First'.

China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil, and the United States is pressuring China to encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's first vice president, suggested a deal is possible if US officials prioritize 'America First' rather than 'Israel First'.

China: China, as Iran's main oil buyer, has expressed concern over the US blockade and called for the conflict to be resolved through political and diplomatic channels.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's First Vice President, publicly stated Iran's position on oil exports and security, indicating Iran's firm stance against the United States' blockade.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's First Vice President, stated that his government is prepared for all scenarios in response to the threats and attacks.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, First Vice President of Iran, stated that Iran is prepared for all scenarios from the United States.

Mohammad Reza Aref: Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's First Vice President, stated that Iran's key demands in the failed talks included recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and war reparations.