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IRANIAN MEDIA: ACTIVATION OF AIR DEFENSES IN TEHRAN

Gulf allies express concern that the U.S.-Iran cease-fire leaves Tehran emboldened and controlling the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts including Mohammed Baharoon of B’huth Dubai warn the deal replaces one risk with a greater one, while Hamad Althunayyan of Kuwait University notes the cease-fire is temporary and hostilities could resume. Iranian demands include permanent control of Hormuz, uranium enrichment, U.S. troop withdrawal, sanctions relief, and compensation. Gulf leaders emphasize navigation freedom, but regional strategists say states may have no choice but to negotiate with Iran.