Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei delivered a speech today emphasizing the importance of preserving revolutionary spirit for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, citing it as essential for national progress and independence across various sectors.
Tasnim News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, reported that the Islamic Republic's negotiating team continues to refuse participation in the Islamabad talks due to the ongoing maritime siege and what it deems as excessive demands from the United States. The agency also dismissed reports by American media that U.S. envoy David Satterfield (referred to as Vance) is traveling to Pakistan, accusing these reports of being fabricated to influence global oil prices and public opinion.
The Iranian Human Rights Organization reported the widespread arrest of at least 3,646 Iranians since the beginning of recent conflicts, starting from late February of the previous year following widespread protests. At least 111 civil and political activists, including human rights activist Nasrin Sotoudeh, are among those detained.
Scam messages promising safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for cryptocurrency payments have been identified by maritime risk management firm MariSkz, which warns that these communications from individuals claiming to represent the Islamic Republic's authorities are fraudulent. At least two ships, including an oil tanker, reported being fired upon and forced to turn back by Islamic Republic boats on April 29 when the strait was temporarily reopened for inspections.
Western military officials have stated that reopening the Strait of Hormuz requires an international coalition, according to Bloomberg.
Johan Wadephul, Germany's Foreign Minister, called on Iran to engage in peace talks with the United States in Islamabad during a meeting with EU counterparts in Luxembourg, noting the conflict's approaching third month and urging Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for free passage.
Tasnim, affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, published a video showing a delegation from the Popular Mobilization Units in an unnamed city, offering condolences to the families of student martyrs from the Shajareh Tayebeh school in Minab. The delegation entered Iran via the Shalamcheh border crossing.
On Saturday night, US federal agents detained Shamim Mafi, 44, of Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, for allegedly aiding the Iranian regime in transporting drones, bombs, and ammunition to Sudan.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran had planned a massive attack against Israel, which he likened to a Holocaust, and claimed that joint actions with the United States prevented this threat.
Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced in Islamabad that Berlin has requested the Islamic Republic of Iran to engage in "constructive" negotiations with the United States and adhere to the ceasefire, emphasizing the need for Iran to ensure freedom of passage through the Strait of Hormuz and accept the "open hand of America" for the benefit of the Iranian people.
On Tuesday, Tasnim News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, reported that 35 members of the Popular Mobilization Forces from Iraq entered Iran through the Shalamcheh border and were heading to the city of Minab to offer condolences to the families of students at Shajareh Tayebeh School.
More than two dozen Iran-linked ships carrying oil and gas have evaded the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Wall Street Journal.
The International Maritime Organization, a UN-affiliated body, is preparing to evacuate hundreds of oil tankers and cargo ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz following actions by the Iranian regime to block the waterway. The situation has been exacerbated by military pressures from the United States and Israel.
On December 10, 2025, in an undisclosed location in Iran, the regime executed 22-year-old Amirali Mirjafari by hanging him shortly after dawn; Mirjafari had been arrested for participating in protests demanding freedom. Dozens of other protesters have faced similar executions.
One day before the end of the ceasefire between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States, the negotiating delegations from Tehran and Washington have not yet arrived in Islamabad for the scheduled talks. Morteza Kazemian, a member of the editorial board of Iran International, comments that negotiation is inevitable for the Iranian regime despite military threats.
Axios reported, citing an informed source, that Mojtaba Khamenei has approved a second round of negotiations with the United States. The report comes amid statements by officials of the Islamic Republic.
Gulf nations are concerned that ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States will not result in significant Iranian concessions, with the best outcome being the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Reuters.
IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi has maintained a hardline stance during negotiations, refusing to compromise on key issues. (Source: Bloomberg)
The two-week ceasefire between Tehran and Washington is set to expire, with negotiations remaining uncertain and disagreements over the nuclear issue continuing. Pakistan is preparing to host the next round of talks, according to ABC News.
The head of Iran's judiciary stated that negotiations may fail and warned of a response from the Islamic Republic regarding an attack on an Iranian ship, while also condemning a naval blockade as a violation.
