
We have paused our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East. You can read more about the latest developments here. Iran's top negotiator says it is "not possible to reopen the Strait of Hormuz" due to "blatant violations" of the US-Iran ceasefire Those "violations" include the US naval blockade of Iranian ports and "warmongering" by Israel "on all fronts", says Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Earlier, Iran seized two cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, after Donald Trump extended the US-Iran ceasefire.
Main Idea: Trump said the US-Iran ceasefire will stay in place while talks continue, even as Iran says US and Israeli actions are blocking real negotiations.
Key Points:
The ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz blockade keep oil and shipping risks high, which could push up fuel and goods prices for US households and small businesses.
A pause in wider fighting could reduce the chance of a bigger war and help limit sudden shocks to markets and consumers.
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Named Iranian negotiator quoted on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ceasefire violations.
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