WH Refutes ‘Report’ On Trump Considering Removal Of Hegseth, Ratcliffe

Despite the typical Iranian bellicosity, negotiators from the two countries — along with mediators from Pakistan and Qatar — held about 18 hours of intensive talks and consultations at the Swiss resort of Bürgenstock

Advertisement The Bürgenstock gathering, dubbed the Lake Lucerne Summit, is part of a 60-day effort to build on the recently announced U. S. -Iran ceasefire and establish a broader deal to end the war and address concerns about Iran’s nuclear program.

Tensions flared over the weekend after Iran, in typical fashion, said it was closing the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Central Command said Saturday that commercial vessels were still passing through the waterway, underscoring that Tehran’s threats often amount to bluster when confronted with American resolve

Central Command said Saturday that commercial vessels were still passing through the waterway, underscoring that Tehran’s threats often amount to bluster when confronted with American resolve.

The safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz is critical to bringing down global oil prices.