On the 13th, Iranian Supreme Leader's adviser Mokhber stated on social media that if Iran's proposed conditions are not met, the Supreme Leader has made a clear strategic decision to respond by escalating the conflict.
He said that the current situation has proven the United States' lack of ability to protect its Persian Gulf allies.
He pointed out that the most lasting way to establish a new regional order lies in promoting the implementation of the "Hormuz Economic Security Mechanism" in order to get rid of dependence on U.S. military protection.