[Iranian Speaker Says Strait of Hormuz is Iran's Pillar of National Security] Deep Tide TechFlow News, July 16 – According to a report by Iran's Mehr News Agency on July 15, Iranian Parliament Speaker Qalibaf stated that the Strait of Hormuz is a pillar of Iran's national security and that Iran's established arrangements in this critical waterway must be upheld. In a speech addressed to the Iranian people on the evening of the same day, Qalibaf said that Iran is engaged in a complex struggle with the United States and must always be prepared for confrontation with the U.S. He emphasized that the U.S. strategy toward Iran has not changed, with its goals not only aimed at weakening Iran but also at creating division within the country. Therefore, whether in conflict or negotiations, Iran's approach must be based on realism, national interests, and long-term vision. (Jin10)