# Iran Warns US: More Firepower Won't End Middle East War

> Iran's foreign minister says military action won't end Middle East conflict, demanding negotiations based on justice and fairness.
- Title: Iran Warns US: More Firepower Won't End Middle East War
- Summary: Iran's foreign minister says military action won't end Middle East conflict, demanding negotiations based on justice and fairness. Iran's top diplomat…
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- Source: The Straits Times — https://straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/iran-warns-us-more-firepower-will-not-end-mid-east-war
- Published: 2026-10-04T10:41:51+00:00
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- Topics: iran, us, strait of hormuz, military deployment, negotiations, sanctions, oil minister, foreign minister, middle east war, naval blockade, news, world
## Iran's Foreign Minister Statement
Iran's top diplomat insists there is no military solution to the US war and only negotiations based on justice and fairness can end the conflict.

> There is no military solution, nor any solution based on new sanctions
## US Rejects Iran's Demands
The US has rejected Iran's demands to end sanctions and lift a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz but says it remains open to talks.

> The US has rejected Iran’s demands to end sanctions and lift a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz
## US Military Buildup
The US has increased military presence in the Middle East by deploying missile batteries and aircraft carriers to counter Iran.

> US has deployed additional Patriot missile batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar
## Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Iran has sought to impose control over the Strait of Hormuz by striking vessels that attempt to transit without its authorization.

> Iran has sought to impose its control over the vital shipping lane since the start of the war
## Tanker Incident
On Oct 4, a British maritime agency reported a tanker in the Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile causing engine room damage.

> a tanker in the Hormuz reported being struck by an unknown projectile
## Oil Minister Resigns
Iran's oil minister resigned as the country faces growing queues at petrol stations due to the Middle East war's impact.

> the country’s oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned
## US Counterproposal
Iranian officials say the US has expressed views on their proposal but are reviewing it before taking action.

> The Americans, through intermediaries, have also conveyed their views on this proposal
## Key takeaway

Iran's top diplomat insists only negotiations based on justice and fairness can end the US-Iran conflict, rejecting military solutions.