Senior US officials have stated that the US is seeking a public statement from Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The statement would need to affirm that the strait is open and that ships passing through will not be attacked.

Internal power struggles within Tehran have reportedly made it challenging to negotiate and maintain a deal. US officials, speaking anonymously, attributed recent strikes to a faction of Iranian hard-liners attempting to disrupt a ceasefire between Tehran and Washington.

Further details on the situation are available from senior US officials and other sources, including comments from US President Donald Trump on social media.