An adviser to the president told the Washington Examiner that Trump believes Iran has shown it is "clearly disinterested in serious negotiations."

Renewed hostilities between the US and Iran have also heightened safety and security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz.

Washington launched strikes on the Islamic Republic overnight in response to ships being hit in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by targeting US bases in the Gulf.

Trump declares the ceasefire with Iran has ended. U.S.-Iran deal by July 31 at 1.9% YES.