Supreme Leader Khamenei Vows to Protect Iran's Nuclear Program and Assert Control Over Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Nuclear and Missile Program Development·April 30 – April 30, 2026
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Supreme Leader Khamenei Vows to Protect Iran's Nuclear Program and Assert Control Over Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the nation will protect its nuclear and missile programs as vital national assets. In a defiant statement, he announced plans to create new legal frameworks to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz. These comments were made as global oil prices climbed to a four-year high due to rising tensions in the region. Khamenei stated that Iran will continue to develop its missile capabilities despite ongoing diplomatic pressure from the United States. He also asserted that Tehran will protect its strategic interests in the shipping lane to ensure long-term security.
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