A major development has emerged as Iran has taken a firm stance on the Strait of Hormuz, clearly telling the United States that it will not give up control. Iran has consistently maintained that the strait is part of its sovereignty and has the right to control or even block it if attacked. This has become a key sticking point in tensions between the two nations. While Donald Trump has suggested joint management of the waterway, Iran has outright rejected the idea and insists on exclusive control. Recent developments have escalated the situation further. Within the past 100 hours, there have been claims and counterclaims over reopening the strait, followed by renewed closure and even firing incidents near passing ships. Meanwhile, uncertainty continues over the next round of peace talks, as Iran has not officially confirmed its participation.
Middle East conflict: United States–Iran standoff deepens over strategic waterway
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