Iran's new president has asked the US for a ceasefire, but Washington is demanding security guarantees in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran appeals to the US for a ceasefire
Iran's new president has officially asked the United States for a ceasefire. This was announced by US President Donald Trump, commenting on the current situation in the Middle East.
Washington's conditions: openness of the Strait of Hormuz
Responding to the Iranian leader's address, Donald Trump stressed that the United States would consider a ceasefire only if the Strait of Hormuz is «open, free and secure». «Until then, we will continue to turn Iran to dust,» Trump said.
The importance of the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important sea route that carries a significant portion of the world's oil supplies. Tensions in the region remain high, and the security of the Strait is in the centre of international attention.
International reaction
The global community is closely monitoring the developments, as any escalation in the Strait of Hormuz could have serious consequences for the global economy and energy security.
