US says it has broken Iran’s hold on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire remains intact

The U.S. Department of Defense announced that Iran no longer controls the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. This has raised concerns about rising global energy prices, with U.S. naval vessels leading the way through the waterway. A ceasefire remains in effect between the U.S. and Iran, and the U.S. expects other nations to take over security responsibilities.