Overview
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it resumed “strict control” of the strait Saturday after the U.S. kept its port blockade, a step likely to jolt oil markets when they reopen Monday.
- Maritime alerts reported at least three commercial ships came under fire as they tried to transit after the new restrictions.
- President Donald Trump called the move “blackmail” and said the U.S. blockade stays in place as he weighs ending the ceasefire this week.
- Tehran denied agreeing to transfer enriched uranium to the United States, as parliamentary chief Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said talks made progress but still face major gaps.
- In Lebanon, a French UN peacekeeper was killed and others wounded after the local truce took effect, underscoring the broader risks for civilians and troops as the conflict spills across fronts.