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Iran stops Pakistani vessel from crossing the Strait of Hormuz

Five Indian vessels have already crossed Hormuz since the war began

Tel Aviv (Israel) / Tehran (Iran) / Washington DC (USA) – The war between United States and Israel against Iran has now entered its 26th day. Despite reports that Pakistan had taken the initiative to mediate and stop the conflict, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) prevented a Pakistani vessel heading toward Karachi from crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC stated that the Pakistani vessel named “Selen” must first obtain permission from Iranian authorities before proceeding. Pakistani geopolitical experts criticised the move, pointing out that in the past four weeks, as many as five Indian LPG and oil tankers have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

Five Indian vessels that crossed Hormuz

1. Jag Vasant

2. Pine Gas

3. Shivalik

4. Nanda Devi

5. Jag Ladki

Regime change in Iran; Trump’s claims continues

Donald Trump stated:

1. Iran has fully agreed not to develop nuclear weapons.

2. Iran is ready for compromise, and negotiations are being led by Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.

3. Significant changes have already taken place in Iran’s leadership, which could be described as a “regime change.” The new leadership is entirely different.

Iran rejects the claims

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said:

1. Trump’s claims about discussions and diplomatic negotiations cannot be trusted.

2. Messages regarding mediation have been received in recent days, and Iran has responded. Its stance remains clear: “We will continue to defend ourselves.”

3. The United States initiated the war and continues its attacks, so how can Trump’s claims be trusted?

Claim by The New York Times: Saudi Arabia urged Trump to continue attacks on Iran

According to The New York Times, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Donald Trump to continue attacks on Iran, stating that Iran’s current government should be overthrown and that this is a crucial opportunity to bring change in the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia denies the claim

However, the Saudi government has rejected this claim, stating that its official policy is to seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict and that it does not support escalation.

Positions of five countries regarding the war

China: China has urged Iran to begin peace talks as soon as possible and resolve all disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.

Iran: Iran does not want just a temporary ceasefire but seeks a permanent resolution to the conflict, stated Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia wants the war to end but insists that Iran’s missile capabilities must be eliminated. It stated that it cannot coexist with an aggressive neighbour. However, it does not support harming Iran’s civilian infrastructure or ordinary people.

Iraq: Iraq has condemned attempts by the United States and Iran to drag it into the war and conduct attacks on its territory. The Prime Minister’s Office has sought explanations from the ambassadors of both countries.

European Union (EU): The EU has postponed its proposed permanent ban on Russian oil, which was originally scheduled to be presented on 15 April.

Editorial Perspective

Pakistan faces embarrassment due to Iran’s actions. For a country already struggling with poverty and economic instability, this is seen as an additional humiliation.

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