Iran has issued a fresh warning to the United States and countries operating in the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that vessels follow routes designated by the IRGC Navy or face consequences. Senior Iranian officials also rejected reports of secret backchannel talks with Washington, calling them “deranged fantasies,” while reaffirming support for Hezbollah under the new memorandum framework. Meanwhile, Tehran revived accusations over the deadly Minab school strike, dismissing Donald Trump's denial and demanding accountability. Watch this report for the latest developments as tensions remain high across the Gulf.