WS #13760
Iran's IRGC says Strait of Hormuz stays closed until US meets demands (lift blockade, end sanctions, release assets, compensation); Iran denies negotiations, only message exchanges; Trump reportedly ready to declare victory without nuclear deal if strait reopens. Netanyahu rejects Trump-backed Gaza plan, insisting no withdrawal until Hamas disarms, complicating Middle East peace efforts. Houthis claim drone attack on Saudi Aramco refinery in Jizan, adding to regional energy supply threats.
Iran-Hormuz standoff hardens
Iran's IRGC says Strait of Hormuz stays closed until US meets demands (lift blockade, end sanctions, release assets, compensation); Iran denies negotiations, only message exchanges; Trump reportedly ready to declare victory without nuclear deal if strait reopens.
Netanyahu rejects Trump-backed Gaza plan, insisting no withdrawal until Hamas disarms, complicating Middle East peace efforts.
Houthis claim drone attack on Saudi Aramco refinery in Jizan, adding to regional energy supply threats.