Trump and Iranian leader trade threats as mediators try to save crumbling deal
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated after Iran closed the waterway following a confrontation with a Cyprus-flagged vessel. The U.S. has responded with military strikes, further threatening the stability of a recent interim ceasefire agreement.
Why it matters
The closure of a critical global shipping lane and the breakdown of diplomatic agreements pose significant risks to international energy markets and regional security.
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