Iran-US war latest: Trump ‘low-keying it’ with Iran as Tehran demands compensation to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The US is scaling back efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations with Iran stall over Tehran's demands for compensation and an end to regional hostilities. Rising tensions have caused global oil prices to increase.
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The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz poses a significant threat to global energy security and international trade stability.
Iran has warned the Strait will remain shut until the US meet six crucial conditions
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