Iran proposes ten points regarding the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz

Odaily Planet Daily News: Iran emphasized that the presence of US forces is the main source of regional instability, and that US bases cannot even ensure their own security. Iran stated that the future of the Persian Gulf should break free from US influence, and stressed a "shared destiny" with neighboring Gulf countries. Iran declared that foreign forces are unwelcome in the Persian Gulf, and that its own growing influence is part of the new regional order. Iran also pointed out that control of the Strait of Hormuz is key to ensuring security, and called for an end to "hostile utilization" of the Strait.