Clashing interpretations of vague memorandum of understanding language on Hormuz at heart of escalation, analysts say.

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Clashing interpretations of vague memorandum of understanding language on Hormuz at heart of escalation, analysts say.

The U.S. and Iran's contradictory interperations of the memorandum of understanding have led to renewed fighting over the Strait of Hormuz.