[Iran Proposes Ten-Point Initiative Regarding the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz] Odaily Planet Daily News: Iran emphasized that the presence of U.S. military forces is the primary source of instability in the region, and even U.S. bases cannot guarantee their own security. Iran stated that the future of the Persian Gulf should be free from U.S. influence and stressed the concept of a shared destiny with neighboring Gulf countries. Iran announced that foreign powers are unwelcome in the Persian Gulf and that its growing influence is part of a new regional order. Iran also pointed out that controlling the Strait of Hormuz is key to ensuring security and expressed the need to end the "hostile utilization" of the strait.