- Iran has claimed it will close the Strait of Hormuz to tankers, citing alleged ceasefire violations by the U.S. and Israel, according to its semi-official Mehr news agency.
- The top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said this closure is the “first step” and warned of further measures if “aggression” continues.
- US Vice President JD Vance has indicated there is no evidence yet that Iran is closing the critical waterway, which typically handles a fifth of the world's oil supply.
- Peace talks are currently taking place in Switzerland between an envoy of President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, and Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, aiming to secure a permanent truce.
- Trump reportedly instructed Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, amidst U.S. intelligence concerns that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could undermine the U.S. deal with Iran.
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