A leaked Iranian directive requires editors to frame the renewed Strait of Hormuz closure as part of a unified military-diplomatic strategy rather than a conflict between military and political factions, according to reports Sunday evening.
The Iranian regime has ordered domestic media to portray the renewed Strait of Hormuz closure as a cohesive strategic move, not a sign of internal discord, according to leaked directives reported Sunday evening.
The document, attributed to Iranian security authorities, instructs editors to frame the maritime blockade — imposed on vessels linked to Israel and its supporters — as a deliberate combination of military pressure and political negotiations. The directive explicitly bans coverage suggesting tension between Tehran's military and diplomatic wings, instead requiring outlets to describe the closure as part of a single, coordinated Iranian strategy aimed at strengthening Tehran's bargaining position vis-à-vis the United States.
The closure order itself, originally issued Saturday, states that Iran considers itself released from all commitments regarding the strait's openness, citing deliberate violations and continued 'Zionist attacks in Lebanon.' The blockade applies to any shipping linked to Israel or states supporting it, and remains in force until further notice.
As The Zioneer reported earlier Sunday, an Iranian negotiator stated that the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen without Israeli restraint in Lebanon (15:28 Jerusalem). The new media directive appears designed to preempt domestic narrative confusion as Iran simultaneously pursues talks with Washington and maintains a military posture at the strategic chokepoint.
An additional Iranian source quoted Sunday evening indicated that negotiations have been 'paused, not terminated,' according to reports.
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