Reactions and statements from the international community
U.S. President Trump reportedly issued an ultimatum to European nations to deploy military forces, including warships, to the Strait of Hormuz within days.
Prior to the recent conflict in Iran, the United Arab Emirates acted as a key sanctions circumventer for the Islamic Republic, providing shelter to IRGC-linked money launderers and facilitating the transfer of billions of dollars to Iran. Now, the UAE is reportedly upset and angry over the situation.
Eight Hezbollah operatives were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a cemetery in Chmistar, Bekaa Valley, where they had gathered for the funeral of another member.
Mohsen Rezaei, an advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei, stated that Iran will support Hezbollah and retaliate against Israel, blaming the U.S. for the ceasefire's collapse and warning that any U.S. violation of the ceasefire will not be tolerated.
Reuters reported that Russia's revenue from its largest oil tax will double due to the oil and gas crisis caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, with April mineral extraction tax on oil production expected to reach approximately 700 billion rubles ($9 billion), compared to 327 billion rubles in March. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to Brent crude oil prices rising above $100 per barrel.
Kazem Jalali, the Iranian Ambassador to Russia, stated that the legal control of the Strait of Hormuz is determined by Iran and Oman, and Iran has not closed or blocked the strait. He also suggested that a negotiation outcome could be possible if the Americans are sincere.
In the ongoing 2025-2026 Iranian revolution, one of the three factions within the Islamic Republic has called for a ceasefire, while two hardline factions are actively pursuing members of the pro-ceasefire group. The IRGC Navy declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, contradicting a statement from the pro-ceasefire faction that the strait remains open, highlighting the lack of unified leadership in Tehran.
Spain's Foreign Minister announced the reopening of the Spanish embassy in Tehran to "participate in the effort for peace," while also criticizing Israel's recent attacks on Lebanon, which killed at least 254 people, including 91 in Beirut.
France is finalizing plans to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, with about 15 countries ready to participate, following Israel's attacks in Lebanon. The Islamic Republic has halted ship traffic in the Strait in response to the attacks.
Esmail Qaani, the commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, announced in a statement the "severe punishment" of those responsible for the killing of Naim Qassem, the Secretary-General of Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Mizan News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Republic's judiciary, reported the presence of "Fatemiyoun" forces in Tehran and the establishment of a mourning procession for Ali Khamenei, moving from the Jomhuri University intersection. The Fatemiyoun is a paramilitary group affiliated with the Quds Force, composed of Afghan Shiites.
Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, stated that any ceasefire in the Iran war must include Lebanon, calling for Hezbollah's disarmament. The Egyptian ambassador in Beirut confirmed that efforts are underway to ensure Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States.
