Overview
- Iran's military, which reversed course Saturday, said the Strait of Hormuz is under strict control with closures and tight restrictions in response to the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports.
- At least two vessels reported coming under fire during attempted transits, and India summoned Iran's ambassador after two Indian-flagged ships were hit, with shipping sources saying hundreds of ships and about 20,000 seafarers remain stuck in the Gulf.
- U.S. Central Command said forces enforcing the blockade have ordered 21 ships to turn back since the operation began this week.
- Iran's chief negotiator said talks with the United States showed progress but left big gaps on enriched uranium and transit rules, as President Donald Trump touted “very good conversations” yet warned against what he called blackmail.
- France and the UK said they will lead a multinational, strictly defensive mission to reassure commercial shipping and support mine clearance when conditions allow.