US-Iran war LIVE updates: Iran state TV says more ships passing through Hormuz under new IRGC protocols | World News

Iran announced strengthened protocols for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, raising regional security tensions. Negotiations between the US and Iran on the West Asia conflict are struggling due to a lack of trust, while China is expected to play a crucial role in preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Trump indicated discussions with Xi regarding Iran during the China summit, suggesting potential improvements in US-China relations.