"Iran dismissed Trump's extension of the ceasefire as 'meaningless' and stated it would not return to negotiations unless the United States lifted its naval blockade on Iranian ports."
"The U.S. Central Command reported that it has directed 31 vessels to change course since imposing its blockade earlier this month, impacting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz."
"Oil was trading at over $100 a barrel as the impasse continued to disrupt shipping through the strait, a critical chokepoint for a significant portion of the world's crude oil and natural gas."
"Hours after Trump's announcement, Iran attacked three commercial vessels in the narrow waterway and seized two of them, tightening its control over one of the world's most important shipping lanes."
U.S.-Iran peace talks remain stalled following Iran's seizure of two commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely, stating there is no urgency for negotiations. Iran dismissed this extension as meaningless, demanding the U.S. lift its naval blockade. The U.S. Central Command has redirected vessels due to the blockade. Oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel amid the ongoing tensions. Concurrently, Israel and Lebanon are engaged in talks to extend their ceasefire after recent violence.
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