Key facts
- Iran has warned it may stop observing a memorandum of understanding with the United States.
- The warning comes if Washington continues to breach its commitments under the agreement.
- Iran's ambassador to the UN, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated Tehran would no longer consider itself bound by the MoU if the US fails to uphold its obligations.
- Iran emphasized its exclusive responsibility for maritime navigation and demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz under the MoU.
Iran has issued a warning that it may cease to adhere to a memorandum of understanding with the United States if Washington continues to violate its commitments, according to state television reports. Iran's ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, stated that Tehran would no longer consider itself bound by the agreement if the US failed to uphold its side.
Iravani emphasized that under the memorandum, responsibility for maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, including the planning of all necessary demining operations, rests exclusively with Iran. The statement highlights ongoing tensions between the two nations over compliance with international agreements.