Despite a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely limited, operating at less than 90% of peacetime levels. Iran has proposed alternative routes citing mine risks, while the IRGC insists on cooperation with the Iranian navy. US President Trump warned against Iran imposing tolls, which the international community has criticized.
Amid escalating conflict with over 2,000 deaths from Israeli strikes in Lebanon, high-level talks between the US and Iran are underway in Pakistan. Iran approaches the talks with significant reservations, citing past failures and lack of trust. Concurrently, US Navy warships began transiting the Strait of Hormuz to clear mines laid by Iran.
US and Iran are holding direct peace talks in Pakistan, showing signs of easing Middle East tensions. US Navy ships have begun mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz, and Qatar plans to resume Gulf navigation on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Israeli Prime Minister stressed that the campaign against Tehran is not over.