The US appears locked in Groundhog Day-style holding pattern as Iran’s leaders stick to their guns over keeping control over the Strait of Hormuz under any negotiated settlement.

Trump says Hormuz negotiations are progressing amid the 2026 crisis. Agreement by August 31 at 60% YES.

Iran has effectively rejected expectations of an imminent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, laying out sweeping conditions that would require the United States to fundamentally…

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed as Iran demands U.S