First Thing: US-Iran ceasefire at risk after exchange of fire in strait of Hormuz
Summary
The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, challenging their month-long ceasefire. President Donald Trump said the ceasefire is still in place but was unclear about the chances of a negotiated peace deal soon.Key Facts
- The US and Iran both fired weapons in the Strait of Hormuz in late Thursday, threatening their ceasefire.
- Iran accused the US of breaking the truce by attacking ships and civilian areas; the US said its strikes were in retaliation.
- President Trump said the ceasefire remains intact but gave no clear timeline on peace negotiations.
- There were reports that the US and Iran had shared a one-page agreement via Pakistan to stop the war.
- The US cancelled its plan called “Project Freedom” to escort tankers through the strait because Saudi Arabia denied use of its bases and airspace.
- The incident was described as the biggest test to the ceasefire so far, which had started about a month ago.
- Further updates were expected through ongoing live coverage of the situation.
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