The USA requests Iran to make a public statement confirming that the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships will no longer be attacked.

Senior American officials have asked Iran to make a public statement assuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and that ships traversing this vital corridor will not be attacked. This request comes in the context of internal power struggles in Tehran that have complicated negotiations for a ceasefire agreement.

The resumption of attacks this week is attributed to a radical faction attempting to sabotage the truce with the U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the interim agreement is "TERMINATED!", but emphasized that discussions for a lasting solution will continue. American officials mentioned that Trump is giving negotiators a limited timeframe to reach an agreement, but that he has a wide range of options available in case the negotiations fail.