Trump extends threat to reopen Hormuz, Iran vows to restrict another key waterway; situation remains deadlocked: expert
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The US-Iran conflict has entered its 37th day, with US President Donald Trump threatening to strike Iran's energy infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday. Iran has vowed to restrict another key waterway, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, in defiance of US demands, amid discussions of a potential 45-day ceasefire.
The US-Iran conflict continues to escalate. US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran's energy infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday. Iran has vowed to restrict another key waterway, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, in response. A potential 45-day ceasefire is being discussed. Oil prices have risen due to the conflict, with US crude topping $114 per barrel. Eight OPEC+ alliance members have agreed to increase oil production next month.
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