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Iran FM in Muscat
Iran's foreign minister is in Oman for talks on bilateral relations and regional developments, with a focus on the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi and Omani officials are expected to discuss measures to facilitate the safe passage of vessels through the strategic waterway, in accordance with Article Five of the memorandum signed with the United States. Earlier in a social media post, Araghchi slammed Washington for repeatedly violating the memorandum after the US Treasury imposed new sanctions on Iran. He said the sanctions are in violation of paragraph nine of the MoU, calling for mutual compliance. The Islamabad MoU bars additional US sanctions on Iran.
Iran armed forces vigilance
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the country’s armed forces are watchfully monitoring the enemy’s maneuverings on coasts, islands, borders and other sensitive areas. Esmaeil Baqaei added that the Iranian armed forces continue to safeguard the country’s security and tranquility. Baqaei’s comments come on the heels of the warning by Iran’s security chief that any attack on the country’s infrastructure will be met with direct retaliation. The Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council condemned the hostile rhetoric by the US president, describing Donald Trump as the world’s most hated figure. Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr said the Israeli regime, which is behind Washington’s evil acts, won’t be safe from the blows by the Iranian armed forces.
Pyongyang-West tensions
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea has slammed the US and its allies for strengthening military blocs and accelerating arms build-ups, following a NATO summit earlier this week. The North Korean foreign ministry described NATO as a body geared toward war and confrontation that pursues exclusive geopolitical interests at the expense of peace in both Europe and Asia-Pacific. Pyongyang also criticized NATO leaders for portraying its legitimate sovereign rights as a threat. At the NATO summit in Turkey on Tuesday, the military alliance announced more than 50 billion dollars in military procurement and industrial agreements. Also on the sidelines of the summit, the South Korean president said he hopes Seoul will expand cooperation with NATO allies. Lee Jae Myung asked for NATO's help to stop Pyongyang’s nuclear and missile programs.
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