Iran Sidesteps Oman, Hands Hormuz Terms to China's Ambassador

Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei gave China's ambassador conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz: the US must end military action, lift its port blockade, release Iranian funds, pay compensation, and accept a Gaza-Lebanon ceasefire. Bypassing Oman — the active mediator — signals Tehran wants Chinese leverage as the Oman track nears "final stages."