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@Open Source Intel: CEASEFIRE UPDATE 🔴 Ibrahim Rezaei, spokesman for Iran’s National Security Committee, says the ceasefire must not be extended unless Iran’s rights are recognized, including control over the Strait of

Ibrahim Rezaei, spokesman for Iran’s National Security Committee, stated that Iran will not extend the current ceasefire unless its rights are recognized, particularly control over the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that any regrouping or rearming by the U.S. or Israel would justify ending the ceasefire, and Iran is prepared to resume hostilities if its demands are not met.

Apr 14, 2026

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@RadioFarda‌|‌راديو فردا: Reuters reported that on Tuesday, April 14, oil prices fell in Asian trading due to easing concerns over supply risks stemming from the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has been accompanie

On Tuesday, April 14, oil prices fell in Asian trading by 0.8 percent for Brent crude and 1.65 percent for West Texas Intermediate crude, dropping to $98.57 and $97.45 respectively, due to easing concerns over supply risks from the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and potential negotiations to end the conflict with Iran. The U.S. military had earlier extended the blockade to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, which began on February 28, 2025, following the start of the U.S.-Israel war with Iran.

Apr 14, 2026

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@ايران اينترنشنال: Reports indicate that Iran's streets are being turned into checkpoint centers and cities are being occupied by the IRGC's proxy and affiliated forces. Citizens are reporting encounters with these forc

Reports indicate that streets across Iran are being turned into checkpoint centers and cities are being occupied by the IRGC's proxy and affiliated forces, leading to reports of citizens facing insulting, fear-inducing treatment, harassment, and torment.

Apr 14, 2026

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@ايران اينترنشنال: Emmanuel Macron, President of France, wrote on X that this country will soon hold a conference alongside Britain aimed at ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Ahmad Samadi, a repor

Emmanuel Macron, President of France, tweeted on X that France will soon hold a conference alongside Britain to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Ahmad Samadi, a reporter for Iran International, reported this.

Apr 14, 2026

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@ايران اينترنشنال: Ali Nikzad, Deputy Speaker of Parliament, in reaction to the start of the American siege on Iran's southern ports and coasts, said: "The Strait of Hormuz is our indisputable right, and in this regard,

Ali Nikzad, Deputy Speaker of Parliament, reacted to the start of the American siege on Iran's southern ports and coasts by stating, "The Strait of Hormuz is our indisputable right, and we will not yield to the enemy." He further threatened that "the former strait will never return to its former state."

Apr 14, 2026

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@RadioFarda‌|‌راديو فردا: Hours after the official start of the U.S. military's maritime blockade of Iran's southern ports, Reuters news agency reported that a Chinese-owned tanker carrying oil and chemicals passed through the

Hours after the U.S. military initiated its maritime blockade of Iran's southern ports in the Strait of Hormuz, a Chinese-owned tanker named "Rich Starry" passed through the strait on Tuesday, according to Reuters. The vessel had departed from the UAE port of Sharjah and was en route to China.

Apr 14, 2026

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@RadioFarda‌|‌راديو فردا: U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced that oil prices are likely to peak in the "next few weeks" and will continue to rise until "meaningful" resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced that oil prices are likely to peak in the next few weeks and will continue to rise until there is a "meaningful" resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been restricted due to recent military operations. US President Donald Trump stated that 158 Iranian navy ships have been destroyed in these operations, while 34 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz the previous day, the highest number since the blockade began.

Apr 14, 2026

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@ايران اينترنشنال: Richard Marles, Australia's Minister of Defence, announced that this country's participation in any operations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is conditional on establishing a sustainable ceasefire bet

Richard Marles, Australia's Minister of Defence, stated that Australia's involvement in operations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is contingent upon the establishment of a sustainable ceasefire between the conflicting parties.

Apr 14, 2026

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@RadioFarda‌|‌راديو فردا: JD Vance, the U.S. Vice President, said on Monday that Washington has clearly outlined its red lines to Iran in talks related to ending the Middle East war, and now it's Tehran's turn to take a step f

U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated on Monday that Washington has clearly communicated its red lines to Iran during recent talks in Pakistan aimed at ending the Middle East conflict, but no agreement was reached to halt the ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks against Iran that have lasted for five weeks.

Apr 14, 2026

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@RadioFarda‌|‌راديو فردا: Russia's Foreign Minister emphasized on Monday, during a conversation with his Iranian counterpart, that any resumption of hostilities in the Middle East must be prevented. According to Reuters news

On Monday, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized during a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that any resumption of hostilities in the Middle East must be prevented, stating that Russia is ready to help reduce tensions and achieve a political solution. Araghchi discussed the recent Iran-U.S. talks in Pakistan, which concluded without a clear outcome.

Apr 14, 2026

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@Open Source Intel: AP: Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad in the coming days before the ceasefire ends, two Pakistani officials say.

Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad in the coming days before the ceasefire ends, according to two Pakistani officials.

Apr 14, 2026

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@ايران اينترنشنال: Donald Trump, President of the United States, said: "If any of the vessels of the Islamic Republic approach our naval blockade, they will be immediately destroyed." Samira Qoraei, correspondent for I

President Donald Trump of the United States stated that any vessels of the Islamic Republic approaching the U.S. naval blockade will be immediately destroyed. Samira Qoraei reported this for Iran International.

Apr 14, 2026