Chinese Foreign Ministry cites national sovereignty and Taiwan separatist activities as reasons behind the measures.

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei stated that Iran would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz to the United States unless specific, unspecified conditions were met. This statement highlights a potential linkage between nuclear or political negotiations and regional maritime access, though the exact terms of the conditions have not been independently detailed.

Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali stated that US President allegations regarding the potential destruction of American cities are without basis. The Iranian official characterized these claims as unfounded, though specific context for the alleged threats was not provided in the statement.

Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani announced on social media that a municipal price-control program, which he describes as a countermeasure to US sanctions, is set for nationwide expansion. While the US Treasury states its recent enforcement actions aim to isolate Iran economically, Zakani characterized these measures as an "economic war" and pledged to freeze the prices of essential goods.