Iran’s Vice President Reza Aref has stated that the free market of oil will either be for everyone or no one at all. The consequences of restrictions imposed on Iran’s oil exports could affect the entire world. Aref emphasized that security in the Strait of Hormuz is not free, and halting Iranian oil exports will not justify expectations of security for others. He added that the choice is clear: either there will be a free market of oil for everyone, or everyone will face the risk of high prices. According to Aref, stability in global energy prices depends on the permanent and certain end of economic and military pressure on Iran and its allies.
US media has reported that a second round of talks between the US and Iran will begin on Wednesday. Iran has reopened two airports in Tehran, the capital city. A government official told Reuters that Iran is looking at participation “in a positive way,” but no final decision has been made. The UAE’s State Security Agency has announced the detention of several members of a terrorist organization. Donald Trump stated that negotiations are ongoing, and there is no game being played. If the negotiations fail, he will meet with Iranian leadership.
The US has imposed security conditions on Iraq, demanding that Baghdad cooperate in uncovering the identities of those who attacked the American embassy. Austria’s oil and gas company has purchased crude oil from the mandatory emergency reserve. China has expressed concern over the US decision to seize Iranian cargo ships. The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has reported that two Palestinians were killed in Israeli military attacks over the past 24 hours. Chinese President Xi Jinping has stated that China supports immediate and comprehensive ceasefire. Former Israeli ambassador Simon Crem will lead the negotiations with Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has expressed regret over the Israeli military’s destruction of a statue of Jesus Christ. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a one-year ban on a Sri Lankan cricketer. Bollywood veteran Arshad Warsi has revealed that Amitabh Bachchan and his wife Jaya Bachchan are among the first to wish him on his birthday every year.
