Tensions persist over Strait of Hormuz as Trump hints at potential agreement
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could be reached soon, while Tehran insists the waterway remains restricted until Washington changes its regional policy.
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that an agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz could be finalized rapidly, even as Tehran maintains that the strategic waterway remains closed until Washington alters its policy. Despite Trump describing the passage as "open and operational," recent reports indicate maritime traffic fell by 20 percent to 95 vessels following an attack on a commercial ship.
Tehran confirmed ongoing discussions with Oman to establish secure maritime corridors, but warned it could launch an offensive if diplomatic efforts fail. Concurrently, Trump clarified that no direct negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled, threatening military action against foreign powers that disrupt American objectives in the region.
Sources: Beta, CDM, Dan, Vijesti
Sources
- Vijesti — Tramp: Dogovor o otvaranju Hormuškog moreuza mogao bi da bude...
- Dan — (UŽIVO) Teheran: Ormuz zatvoren sve dok SAD ne promijene ponašanje
- Beta — Tramp: Nema planiranih pregovora SAD sa Iranom
- CDM (Cafe del Montenegro) — Tramp: Nema planiranih pregovora SAD sa Iranom; Pogođen brod u Ormuskom moreuzu
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