'US has limited decision-making space': Iran says US losing support from Russia, China, Europe

Donald Trump's use of the word "guide" rather than "escort" to describe how the new naval mission will operate in the Strait of Hormuz.

Published on: May 4, 2026, 15:17:59 IST

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has said that the United States has limited choices with regard to the ongoing war in Iran, adding that Washington is losing support from Russia, China, and Europe.

Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attend an exercise in southern Iran, in this handout image.

In a post on X, it said, "Iran's Ultimatum Against the Siege to the Pentagon China, Russia, and Europe's Shift in Tone Against Washington Trump's Reactive Letter to Congress Acceptance of Iran's Negotiating Conditions It carries no more than one meaning; Trump must choose between the impossible operation or a bad deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The decision-making space for America has been limited."

Meanwhile, Mark Rutte, Secretary General of NATO, said that European nations have "gotten the message" from US President Donald Trump and are now working to ensure that agreements on the use of military bases are being implemented, Al Jazeera reported on Monday.

"Yes, there has been some disappointment from the US side, but Europeans have listened," Rutte told reporters at a European Political Community summit in Armenia, according to Al Jazeera.

The remarks come as Trump's Project Freedom was launched earlier in the day.

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Trump on Strait of Hormuz

US media outlets The Wall Street Journal, CNN and Axios have emphasised Trump's use of the word "guide" rather than "escort" to describe how the new naval mission will operate in the Strait of Hormuz.

Amid shifting regional dynamics, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar reportedly held a telephonic conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, to review the prevailing situation in the Middle East.

According to Al Arabiya, the discussion focused on the regional situation and diplomatic efforts being undertaken by Islamabad.

Meanwhile, the US evacuated 22 crew members who had been held aboard the seized Iranian container ship, MV Touska, to Pakistan.

The MV Touska was captured in the Gulf of Oman last month in an incident that Tehran described as an act of "piracy," as reported by Al Jazeera.

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Priyanjali Narayan
Priyanjali Narayan is a journalist with Hindustan Times based in New Delhi. She has over two years of experience covering national and international affairs, reporting on breaking news, producing in-depth explainers, and writing feature stories. Her work explores the political, social, and cultural dimensions of major events, with a focus on providing clear, nuanced, and accessible journalism for a broad audience.Before joining Hindustan Times, she was part of the India Today newsroom, where she specialised in explanatory journalism. There, she wrote detailed analyses of major domestic and international issues and produced feature stories that included interviews with prominent public figures. The role strengthened her ability to combine speed with depth in a fast-paced news environment.She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in History from the University of Delhi. Her academic training continues to shape her storytelling, grounding her work in historical context and research-driven insight.Outside the newsroom, she enjoys reading personal essays and fiction, and is often planning her next trip, always seeking stories that deepen her understanding of people and places.Read More

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