US and Iran trade warnings over Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic signals conflict

US President Donald Trump offered contrasting assessments on the standoff surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting an agreement could emerge within days while also asserting that no direct negotiations with Tehran are scheduled. Trump warned that Washington would not permit Iran to develop nuclear weapons and threatened military escalation if transit routes are obstructed, while simultaneously downplaying the dispute and pointing to Iranian economic distress.

Meanwhile, officials in Tehran stated that the critical waterway will remain restricted until the United States changes its policy, even as talks between Iran and Oman continue regarding safe passage corridors. Maritime security concerns persisted following reports of another vessel struck in the strait alongside a continued decline in commercial shipping traffic.

Sources: Avaz, Beta, CDM (Cafe del Montenegro), Dan, Vijesti.