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Tensions between Iran and the United States have sharply escalated following the collapse of high-level negotiations in Islamabad, with Iranian officials declaring the talks a failure and insisting that key strategic decisions remain unchanged.

In a statement posted on Sunday, the Iran Embassy in Ghana signalled Tehran’s defiance after more than 20 hours of discussions with US representatives yielded no agreement.

“The US flew their Vice President halfway across the world to Islamabad. 21 hours of talks. They demanded everything they couldn't achieve through war. Iran said a BIG NO. The talks are over. The Strait is still closed. And the VP is flying home empty-handed. Just Iran's word. Again. They don't have any option left to save face,” the statement said.

The statement underscores Iran’s firm stance particularly regarding the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route, which has remained a central point of contention between both nations.

On the American side, Vice President JD Vance, who led the US delegation to Pakistan, acknowledged that while discussions were extensive, they ultimately failed to produce a breakthrough.

“The simple fact is that we need to see an affirmative commitment that they will not seek a nuclear weapon, and they will not seek the tools that would enable them to quickly achieve a nuclear weapon,” Vance said on Sunday.

charging fees to tankers going through the Hormuz Strait — They better not be and, if they are, they better stop now!” he warned.

With negotiations now stalled and rhetoric intensifying on both sides, the outcome of the Islamabad talks appears to have pushed the crisis into a more precarious phase, raising fresh concerns over the prospects of renewed confrontation in the region.

Khallicopyro:
I no like Iran but I respect them for their resilience. Iran no be Venezuela

Dotherightthing:
Israel alone can handle Iran

Trump should stop holding them back

Israel NEVER wanted the ceasefire in the first place

Gotocourt:
The legal status of tolling in the Strait of Hormuz is complex and involves several international legal frameworks:
Under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), coastal states cannot demand payment for passage through straits, including the Strait of Hormuz, simply for permission to transit.

Iran has proposed legislation to impose tolls on vessels passing through the strait, which would require ships to obtain permits and licenses, effectively creating a controlled transit system.

The proposed tolls could be as high as $2 million per ship, with revenue intended for rebuilding Iran following recent military actions.

However, the legality of such tolls is still under scrutiny, as UNCLOS explicitly prohibits charging fees for passage unless specific services are provided.


This situation raises significant questions about the legality and implications of tolling in a vital global shipping route.


https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/12/iran-must-not-be-allowed-charge-tolls-in-strait-of-hormuz-un-watchdog-says

Khallicopyro:
I no like Iran but I respect them for their resilience. Iran no be Venezuela

ManirBK:
https://saharareporters.com/2026/04/12/talks-are-over-strait-hormuz-closed-iran-says-after-failed-us-negotiations?fbclid=IwY2xjawRIWO5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR5yPPzTI_EZTgtCmpNW11JVUxTJKDOzDVpcIZ9rlCqkM3WEMj1Srs9yNTJ5pw_aem_yH8F5eRrtuLC5sSQdn-JcQ

Khallicopyro:
I no like Iran but I respect them for their resilience. Iran no be Venezuela

kennyz247:
It's because they don't have value for lives...

tishbite41:
Tolls are being charged at the Panama and Suez canals
Hormuz shouldn't be different
It just needs a legal framework

Gotocourt:
The legal status of tolling in the Strait of Hormuz is complex and involves several international legal frameworks:
Under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), coastal states cannot demand payment for passage through straits, including the Strait of Hormuz, simply for permission to transit.

Iran has proposed legislation to impose tolls on vessels passing through the strait, which would require ships to obtain permits and licenses, effectively creating a controlled transit system.

The proposed tolls could be as high as $2 million per ship, with revenue intended for rebuilding Iran following recent military actions.

However, the legality of such tolls is still under scrutiny, as UNCLOS explicitly prohibits charging fees for passage unless specific services are provided.


This situation raises significant questions about the legality and implications of tolling in a vital global shipping route.


https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/12/iran-must-not-be-allowed-charge-tolls-in-strait-of-hormuz-un-watchdog-says

Funjosh:
Why is it that its only Iran that is controlling Strait of Hormuz, what about Oman and UAE dont they also have a say.

Khallicopyro:
I no like Iran but I respect them for their resilience. Iran no be Venezuela

ManirBK:
https://saharareporters.com/2026/04/12/talks-are-over-strait-hormuz-closed-iran-says-after-failed-us-negotiations?fbclid=IwY2xjawRIWO5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR5yPPzTI_EZTgtCmpNW11JVUxTJKDOzDVpcIZ9rlCqkM3WEMj1Srs9yNTJ5pw_aem_yH8F5eRrtuLC5sSQdn-JcQ

tishbite41:
Tolls are being charged at the Panama and Suez canals
Hormuz shouldn't be different
It just needs a legal framework

greatseed:
How can our people be this dumb for christ sake ? Are people deaf or dont watch news ? US Naval ships have taken over strait of hormuz which i watched on CNN. Now you believing news from their embassy in Ghana ? Dont you know Iran has its spokeperson in their country ? Haven't you heard of Tehran before ?