Iran Bypasses Oman Mediator, Presents Hormuz Conditions to China's Ambassador

Iran's new security chief Mohsen Rezaei told China's ambassador that Hormuz stays closed until the US ends military action, lifts its port blockade, releases Iranian funds, pays compensation, and accepts a Gaza-Lebanon ceasefire. Delivering the demands to Beijing rather than Oman — the active mediator — signals Tehran may seek Chinese leverage as the Oman track nears "final stages."