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Iran war live: Tehran pledges to stand firm against ‘unjust’ US sanctions

Iran says it will rely equally on diplomacy and defence to protect its interests.

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By Caolán Magee and Edna Mohamed
Published On 29 Aug 2026

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  • Iran’s government says it will stand ⁠firm against US sanctions, and rely equally on diplomacy ‌and defence to protect its interests.
  • The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran (IRGC) claims that it maintains firm control over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing US leaders of spreading false statements regarding the passage to sway energy prices.