Iran denies US talks, vows Hormuz closure until demands met as ships hit mines

Iran's Mohsen Rezaei denies negotiations with the US and reiterates that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Iranian demands are satisfied. The IRGC reports at least three ships struck mines and caught fire in the strait, marking a direct escalation in the ongoing confrontation. The incident raises the risk of supply disruptions and potential military response, though the extent of damage and international reaction remain uncertain.

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