Iran says closed Strait of Hormuz as US deal hits obstacle ahead of Swiss talks
Summary
Iran said it closed the Strait of Hormuz because of Israel’s military actions in Lebanon and warned that talks with the U.S. in Switzerland may not succeed if the fighting continues. President Donald Trump responded by threatening to charge fees on ships passing through the strait if no final deal with Iran is reached within 60 days.Key Facts
- Iran announced it closed the Strait of Hormuz due to Israel’s attacks in Lebanon.
- Iran warned that upcoming talks with the U.S. will likely fail unless the fighting stops.
- President Trump said the U.S. may impose tolls on ships passing through the strait if no deal is made in 60 days.
- The U.S. disputed Iran’s claim, saying it does not control the strait and traffic continues normally.
- About 55 merchant ships carrying over 17 million barrels of oil passed through the strait on the day of the announcement.
- Negotiators from Iran and the U.S., along with mediators from Pakistan and Qatar, are preparing for talks in Switzerland.
- The interim deal allows Iran to sell oil freely and calls for billions of dollars of Iranian assets to be unfrozen.
- Iran demands Israel agree to a public ceasefire in Lebanon and end military operations before reopening the strait.
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