Amidst a fragile balance between peace and conflict, global powers navigate complex negotiations and military readiness in regions like the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen, writes Armstrong Williams.

There are moments when the world seems to be moving toward peace and war simultaneously.

This is one of them.

President Trump continues to express hope that the conflict with Iran can be brought to an end. Iran and Oman say negotiations over shipping arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz are progressing.

That is encouraging, but the moment remains fragile.