Trump calls strikes on Iran a ‘love tap’, insists ceasefire holds as tensions flare near Hormuz; Tehran vows ‘crushing response’

Trump stated that the recent US strikes against Iranian targets were merely a ‘love tap’ and that the ceasefire remained in effect, despite fresh attacks and naval exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran accused the US of violating the ceasefire and warned of a ‘crushing response’ to further aggression. Both countries are reportedly discussing a framework for a temporary pause in hostilities and reopening the strategic waterway.