Iran. Regional tensions have flared again as Iran clarified that the Strait of Hormuz will not be fully opened until the United States lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports. With the waterway, which had briefly opened, becoming uncertain again, concerns have resurfaced in the global energy market.In a televised address, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that while there has been some progress in talks with the US, deep disagreements remain on fundamental issues. According to him, a final peace agreement is not immediately possible, and negotiations have not yet reached a decisive stage. He noted that many...