Iran claims US strikes in Hormozgan province breached a seven-week ceasefire. The US military states the strikes were defensive, targeting missile sites and mine-laying boats. Iran warns of retaliation. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes the need for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. Iran seeks the release of frozen funds. Global oil prices saw an increase.

Iran’s foreign ministry said the US had violated a ceasefire in place for nearly seven weeks, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he expected negotiations over a deal to…

The U.S. attacked missile launch sites and Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.

Iran has condemned US strikes as a breach of trust during peace talks. The US military stated the strikes were defensive. Negotiations are ongoing for a deal to end the war. The…