Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz once again underscore that the political crisis in West Asia cannot be resolved through military means, reaffirming Iran’s approach of pursuing diplomacy from a position of strength.
In a post on X Monday night, Araghchi pointed to ongoing progress in indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, praising Pakistan’s constructive and sincere mediation efforts.
He warned that, despite this progress, the United States — as well as the UAE — should be cautious of being drawn back into a protracted conflict by parties seeking to undermine the process.
“As talks are making progress thanks to Pakistan’s gracious efforts, the US should be wary of being dragged back into a quagmire by ill-wishers. So should the UAE,” the top Iranian diplomat said.
Events in Hormuz make clear that there's no military solution to a political crisis.
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) May 4, 2026
As talks are making progress with Pakistan's gracious effort, the U.S. should be wary of being dragged back into quagmire by ill-wishers. So should the UAE.
Project Freedom is Project Deadlock.
Araghchi also rejected Washington’s widely promoted “Project Freedom,” a naval ‘initiative’ aimed at increasing military pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, dismissing it instead as a “Project Deadlock.”
His remarks come as Iran continues to signal, through its defensive capabilities and firm control over the strategic waterway, that attempts to impose outcomes through force or intimidation are unlikely to succeed.
Iranian officials maintain that lasting regional stability depends on mutual respect, sovereignty, and genuine dialogue free from threats and sanctions.
Pakistan’s role in facilitating the talks has been widely welcomed, highlighting a broader regional preference for diplomatic solutions over escalation.
Tehran has repeatedly emphasized its readiness to engage in meaningful negotiations, provided they take place without preconditions, military pressure, or outside interference.
Source: Iranian media (edite dby Al-Manar)