PM Netanyahu authorized direct talks with Lebanon, focusing on disarming Hezbollah amid the Iran War ceasefire. US President Donald Trump strongly criticized Iran for allegedly charging tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, pressuring adherence to the truce. The ceasefire remains fragile due to Iran's chokehold on the Strait and unresolved nuclear uranium stockpile issues.
Amid warnings from President Trump about maintaining military pressure, the uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran ceasefire has resurfaced. Oil prices jumped as Iran demonstrated its ability to halt energy exports by blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts predict sustained market anxiety, suggesting Iran could impose a 'toll' on regional trade flows.