Lavrov Demands Immediate Iran Ceasefire, Hormuz Free of Obstacles
🎙️ MOSCOW — Russia wants Hormuz open, but not on Washington's terms. 📌 LOOK CLOSER: Lavrov's call lands as Trump escalates ultimatum language and Cooper's "very moderate capability" framing tightens. Moscow isn't mediating — it's counter-signaling: any Hormuz reopening must not be a US military victory. Russia gives Tehran diplomatic cover to reject American terms while appearing to want peace. It also muddies coalition pressure at the worst moment.
