Iran Responds to US Economic War Threats: Washington "Doomed to Fail," China Says Opposes Unilateral Illegal Sanctions

An Iranian parliament official said the US has proven it "does not understand the language of diplomacy," and that the "language of power" will force Washington to lift sanctions on Iran, release Iranian assets, and withdraw from the region. China's Foreign Ministry responded to "US threats of sanctions against Iran," stating that military means and sanction pressure will not help resolve the issue. Iran's President called for an end to the war but stressed that negotiations should proceed from a "position of strength." Iran's Navy Commander said the country has "full control" of the Strait of Hormuz and will deliver a "historic lesson" to enemies at sea. Oman's Foreign Minister held a phone call with Iran's Foreign Minister to discuss shipping through the strait.