Shipping traffic through Hormuz remains muted with no US-Iran deal in sight, data shows
The US Central Command has redirected 37 vessels since a blockade was imposed on Iran on April 13, the military said on April 25.
The US Central Command has redirected 37 vessels since a blockade was imposed on Iran on April 13, the military said on April 25.
Iran's top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya, condemned the US for attacking one of its vessels, and vowed to retaliate.
With the US and Israel pressing for a resolution on Iran’s nuclear threats, Iran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz remains a key point of negotiation.
Two sources told The Jerusalem Post that Washington aims to first reach a framework agreement before negotiating the details.
Experts worry Washington could lock in a superficial agreement on Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief, then struggle through months or years of technically complex follow‑on talks.
Behind peaceful scenes, Iran's economy is in tatters, and people are fearful of a new government clampdown and angry about the destructive airstrikes.
A new round of US-Iran talks begins in Pakistan, but key issues like the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
A White House official later confirmed that US Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner would be among those heading to Pakistan.
Additionally, a Saturday N12 News report stated that Israel’s security establishment had located missile launchers aimed at Israel, poised to strike if a ceasefire wasn't reached with Lebanon.
The two Indian-flagged vessels were attempting to carry crude oil across the strait when they came under attack, India's External Affairs Ministry confirmed in a statement.
Australia granted humanitarian visas to six players and one support staff member from the Iranian squad in early March after they sought asylum over fears of possible persecution upon returning home.