Iran‑US Talks Delayed, Strait of Hormuz Closed

Iran's deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said no date set for next US‑Iran talks, pending a framework agreement.
Iran announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing US blockade, prompting vessel turn‑backs and raising oil market volatility.
US President Donald Trump claimed talks are “very good,” while US military prepared to seize Iran‑linked tankers, heightening tensions.
Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar said Pakistani diplomats are helping bridge US‑Iran differences, noting Lebanon as a sticking point.