Reactions and statements from the international community
President of the United States Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Iran is failing to honor its commitment to ensure the free passage of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, describing the situation as "dishonorable."
The internet in Iran remains completely down and phone lines are being tapped, raising questions about the extent of "regime change" and the enforcement of a ceasefire during the 2025-2026 Iranian revolution and subsequent US military operations.
A Telegram channel attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei claimed on the eve of Tehran-Washington negotiations that supporters of the Islamic Republic have been victorious in the war, stressing that street presence remains crucial despite the talks. Islamic Republic officials are using statements about the negotiations to manage and control regime supporters.
Iran is insisting on Hezbollah's inclusion in any ceasefire negotiations and has threatened to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed otherwise. Meanwhile, Hezbollah has launched multiple ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv, complicating efforts to achieve a ceasefire.
Alireza Panahian, a speaker from Khamenei's office, called on officials during the 40th-day memorial ceremony for Ali Khamenei to transform the grounds of the "leadership residence," which were damaged in attacks by the United States and Israel, into a shrine named the "Slaughterhouse" for people to make pilgrimages.
Two days after the start of a temporary ceasefire, air defenses were activated in several Iranian cities, and Kuwait reported a drone attack on one of its bases. Additionally, Saudi Arabia reported multiple attacks on its critical energy facilities.
EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell calls for an immediate halt to fighting in Lebanon and urges all parties to respect the U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement, stating that Hezbollah must disarm and that Israel’s actions are straining the truce.
President Donald Trump of the United States warned on Truth Social against Iran charging fees from oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, stating such actions must be halted immediately.
IRGC-owned Tasnim News Agency denies reports of an Iranian diplomatic delegation's arrival in Islamabad, Pakistan, for negotiations with American counterparts, stating the reports are false and that negotiations remain suspended until the U.S. fulfills a ceasefire commitment in Lebanon and halts attacks by the "Zionist regime."
On Saturday, April 21, 2025, Iranian domestic media reported that Kamal Kharrazi, former Foreign Minister and Head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, died due to injuries sustained in Israeli Air Force airstrikes on Tehran earlier in the week.
Prince Reza Pahlavi responded on X to the British Prime Minister's remarks, criticizing Britain for appeasing the Iranian regime and failing to act against the massacre of 40,000 civilians in January. He called for an end to the regime to ensure lasting peace and regional stability, urging the Prime Minister to support the Iranian people's struggle for freedom rather than appeasing the current government.
Seyed Kamal Kharazi, head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations and former foreign minister, died this evening from injuries sustained in airstrikes on his residence several days prior.
