US wants Iran to pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz

The US is demanding that Iran publicly pledge to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and cease firing on commercial vessels following recent skirmishes. Negotiations are set to continue in Oman despite the ongoing tensions and reported internal Iranian disputes.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global shipping chokepoint; instability there directly impacts global oil prices and international trade security.
Figure caption, Fire blazes in Iran after "powerful" US strikes
The article reports on US demands and Iranian responses using neutral, descriptive language without taking a side on the legitimacy of the conflict.
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