Iran seeks to restrict US and Israeli vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Reports indicate that while US-Iran talks are underway, Tehran is pushing to block American and Israeli ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is also reportedly demanding compensation from nations it considers hostile before granting them transit rights. An official noted that rather than finding common ground, both parties are escalating their demands. In the meantime, President Trump has stated that negotiations with Iran are progressing positively.