US Vice President JD Vance warned Iran not to "play" the US ahead of weekend peace talks in Pakistan, calling negotiations positive.
Israel's attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon and ceasefire doubts have threatened the fragile US‑Iran ceasefire, raising regional tension.
Strait of Hormuz tanker traffic fell below 10% of normal levels and Saudi oil output dropped ~600,000 bpd, lifting global oil prices.
President Donald Trump asked Netanyahu to limit Lebanese attacks while Iran reportedly earned $2 million in tolls from ships crossing the strait.