The U.S. government is requesting that Iran publicly state that the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships passing through the area will not be attacked. Senior U.S. officials indicated that internal power struggles in Tehran have complicated efforts to secure a lasting agreement. The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, noted that recent airstrikes were attributed to a faction of Iranian hard-liners attempting to disrupt the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. President Donald Trump has expressed that he considers the interim ceasefire deal to be 'OVER!' but stated that discussions aimed at achieving a permanent resolution will continue.
The U.S. is urging Iran to acknowledge the Strait of Hormuz as a vital corridor for global energy trade. Reports suggest that Iranian leaders communicated to U.S. officials that recent attacks on ships were errors and expressed a desire to continue negotiations. However, Iran's diplomat at the United Nations asserted that any activities in the Strait of Hormuz are under Iran's exclusive jurisdiction.
Iran has indicated that it seeks sole control over the strait and has proposed that vessels pay fees to Tehran, despite the strait being recognized as an international waterway. The conflict has contributed to a global energy crisis, although oil prices have decreased from wartime highs.
U.S. officials also stated that any nuclear deal with Iran would necessitate the transfer of its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. They emphasized that military options remain available if negotiations do not yield results. The officials highlighted that a nuclear agreement would be contingent upon Iran adhering to the ceasefire and ceasing attacks on maritime vessels.
On the same day, unclaimed airstrikes targeted Iran following U.S. military actions, raising questions about potential involvement from other parties. Iranian officials have warned that the UAE could face consequences for its collaboration with the U.S. The U.S. Central Command reported no new operational updates following the ceasefire announcement. Gulf Arab states and Israel have not commented on the recent strikes.