Despite a joint agreement during the US-China summit on the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, Iran has remained silent, asserting its control over the waterway. Iranian Foreign Minister emphasized the need for US cooperation during a BRICS meeting, and state media highlighted this stance. While both sides opposed the militarization of the Strait and toll collection, Iran's unstable situation is further escalating tensions between the US and China.