Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is dedicated to expanding friendly relations with other nations based on mutual respect and shared interests, firmly rejecting colonialism and exploitation. He highlighted the deep-rooted culture of tolerance in Iran and the nation's historical resistance against oppression, asserting that this identity will continue to elevate Iran's status. Meanwhile, tensions escalated as the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported disabling two Iranian-flagged oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, preventing them from reaching Iranian ports. This action is part of ongoing U.S. blockade measures against Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned the potential revival of the maritime security initiative, “Project Freedom,” aimed at ensuring safe passage for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising regional tensions. Trump indicated that if negotiations with Iran fail, the initiative could expand into “Project Freedom plus.”